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Celtic teenager Liam Kennedy joins East Kilbride on loan

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Celtic teenager Liam Kennedy joins East Kilbride on loan

Summary

Celtic teenager Liam Kennedy has moved to East Kilbride on a co-operation loan agreement. The 17-year-old joins the League One side to gain experience in senior football alongside teammate Marcus Gill. East Kilbride manager Mick Kennedy described the midfielder as a top talent earmarked for the Celtic first team. Liam Kennedy did not feature in the recent 1-0 defeat to Hamilton Accies but is expected to make his debut against Peterhead this coming Saturday. The move is part of an ongoing developmental partnership between the two clubs. East Kilbride also added Euan East and Callum McKenzie to the squad as part of recent roster adjustments.

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•Liam Kennedy joins East Kilbride on loan from Celtic
•The 17-year-old is expected to debut against Peterhead on Saturday
•Marcus Gill, Euan East and Callum McKenzie also joined the squad
•East Kilbride maintains a co-operation agreement with Celtic for player development

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1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Celtic teenager tipped for first-team future after sealing East Kilbride loan

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East Kilbride boss Mick Kennedy believes Celtic youngster Liam Kennedy is the “next real rising star” at Parkhead after securing the teenager on a co-operation loan.Liam Kennedy of Celtic FC. Spor...
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