Attacker will struggle to get back in XI: Three things we learned from Celtic v St Johnstone
Patrick Roberts faces a fight to displace James Forrest
English attacker Patrick Roberts is facing a month on the sidelines and could really struggle to get into the starting XI ahead of James Forrest when he returns to fitness,
Forrest is massively under-rated and has been a key part of Celtic’s success over the last 18 months with little fanfare.
Less flashy than Roberts, the Scotland star goes about his business with the minimum of fuss and regularly contributes goals and assists to the side.
Forrest put in another good shift against Saints as Celtic eased to a 4-0 win and extended their unbeaten domestic run to 63 games.
In other Celtic news, Brendan Rodgers has confirmed his transfer plans for the January window.
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