Shaun Maloney confirms Johnny Kenny's place in Celtic squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:15 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Shaun Maloney has announced that Johnny Kenny is expected to remain with Celtic despite recent transfer speculation. The striker, returning from injury that limited his pre-season involvement, has been linked with a move to Bolton Wanderers following a successful loan spell last season. Maloney clarified that Kenny is part of Celtic's plans moving forward and addressed rumors regarding his squad number, stating that they were unfounded. Kenny will now compete for playing time in a strengthened Celtic attack that includes new signings Kasper Hogh and Camilo Duran.
- •Shaun Maloney confirmed Kenny will stay with Celtic.
- •Kenny faced injury issues during pre-season.
- •Bolton Wanderers expressed interest in re-signing him.
- •Maloney dismissed rumors about Kenny's squad number.
- •Celtic added new forwards, increasing competition for Kenny.
- 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — ‘He’s Staying’ – Shaun Maloney makes Johnny Kenny’s Celtic future clear
"Shaun Maloney has confirmed Johnny Kenny remains firmly in Celtic’s plans despite recent speculation over the striker’s future.Johnny Kenny of Celtic celebrates scoring the opening goal during the...
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