James Forrest, born 7th July 1991, is a seasoned footballer whose career is deeply woven into the fabric of Celtic Football Club. Born in Prestwick, Scotland, this forward primarily plays as a right winger for Celtic, standing at a height of 5ft 8in (1.75m) and clocking on the scales at 10st 7lb (67kg). On the field, Forrest dons the number 49 jersey, binding tradition and legend with each thread.
The seasoned footballer has a current market value of around €400k, which equates to approximately £342,602 according to Transfermarkt.
Forrest's career trajectory is nothing short of remarkable, having been with Celtic Football Club for over fifteen seasons. His commitment to the team is reverberated through his debut season in 2009-2010 when he made two first team appearances and scored one goal. He continued to prove himself indispensable as the seasons rolled by, contributing to Celtic's many victories and triumphs. �
For instance, in the 2011-2012 season, Forrest put his best foot forward and scored seven goals in 29 first team appearances. He continued to dazzle fans and critics alike in the 2018-2019 season, making 33 first team appearances and netting a staggering 11 goals.
Regardless of the season or year, Forrest's dedication to the game didn't wane. With his expertise and skills, he made notable contributions to the League Cup in 2025-2026 with one start and two appearances as a substitute, the Scottish Cup in 2025-2026 with one start, and the Champions League Qualifiers in 2025-2026 for Celtic with two starts. He even graced the Europa League in 2025-2026 for Celtic, where he started once and made two appearances as a substitute.
In the current season of 2025-2026, Forrest continues to burn bright, making 15 first team appearances and scoring one goal. His journey is not merely one of playing football, but of embedding his legacy in the annals of Celtic Football Club, painting his dedication and spirit with each goal scored.
