James Forrest, a native son of Scotland, born July 7, 1991 (33 years of age), has dedicated his footballing prowess as a forward, preferentially a right winger, to Celtic. His physical spec sheet reads as follows: height-wise Forrest brushes the 5ft 8in (1.75m) mark and tips the scales at 10st 7lb (67kg). On the pitch, he proudly sports the number 49 jersey for the iconic Glasgow club. Beyond club commitment, Forrest has also turned out for the Scottish national team, adding another honour to his accomplished career.
Conversely, Forrest's pocketbook is no lightweight, with a Transfermarkt quoted market value of around £425k. His current contract with Celtic, counts down with one and a half years remaining, stamped with the expiration date of 31 May 2026. You can find Forrest's market value and additional details here.
Examining Forrest's record at Celtic, his tenure unrolls from season 2009 - 2010. As a fledgling player, Forrest admirably made two first team appearances and netted one goal. Over the following years he was a continual presence for the team. Notable campaigns include season 2018 - 2019, during which he made 33 appearances and slotted home 11 goals, and season 2019 - 2020, where he lined up for 28 matches and scored ten goals.
In recent times, the 2020 - 2021 season saw him notch up 13 appearances and register three goals; the 2021 - 2022 season found him dispatched onto the pitch 19 times, accompanied by a solitary goal. The subsequent 2022 - 2023 season, Forrest put in a consistent 16 appearances and scored four goals. Pushing forward to the 2023 - 2024 campaign, he registered for 22 appearances and interrupted the scoreboard regularly with six incidences.
In league cup and international competitions, Forrest's name was not a rarity. In 2023 - 2024, Forrest's boots tread the hallowed grounds of the Champions League for Celtic, recording one start and two substitute appearances. Similarly, the League Cup 2024 - 2025 season outline briefs Forrest's participation with two starts and one appearance off the bench. He continued to have a role in the following Champions League 2024 - 2025 season with four appearances as a substitute.
Undoubtedly, Forrest's impact, loyalty and durability are etched into Celtic's history, further reinforcing the club's storied legacy. Over the years, he's demonstrated his knack for exhibiting his talents on the pitch, not least through his fruitful goal scoring exploits. He continues to wear the number 49 jersey with honour and distinction, embodying the spirit and tradition of Celtic Football Club.
