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Alistair Johnston wants to leave Celtic for Everton

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 12:05 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Alistair Johnston wants to leave Celtic for Everton

Summary

Alistair Johnston has expressed his desire to leave Celtic as Everton sends representatives to observe him during a match. The right-back featured in Celtic's 1-0 season-opening victory. Everton is searching for a replacement for Seamus Coleman and has identified Johnston as a target, although no formal bid has been made yet. Celtic reportedly seeks around £15 million for the 27-year-old. Everton is also considering RB Leipzig's Ridle Baku as an alternative.

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Key Details

•Johnston played 90 minutes in Celtic's 1-0 win.
•Everton has yet to make a formal bid for Johnston.
•Celtic values Johnston at around £15 million.
•Everton is also interested in Ridle Baku as a right-back option.
•David Moyes aims to replace Seamus Coleman in the squad.

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12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Everton representatives watched Alistair Johnston last night, he has told Celtic he wants to leave

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Everton reportedly sent representatives to watch Celtic right-back Alistair Johnston last night. The Toffees target is wanted at the Hill Dickinson Stadium club and he has told the Scottish Premiershi...
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