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Celtic Starlet Colby Donovan Signs Contract Extension Through to 2031

The 20-year-old defender has made 15 starts this season and earned his first Scotland call-up after stepping in for injured Alistair Johnston.

  • Celtic Football Club announced on Monday that Colby Donovan signed a new five-year contract, keeping the 20-year-old defender at Parkhead until summer 2031.
  • The Academy product has impressed as deputy for injured Alistair Johnston, racking up 28 appearances last term and growing in stature this season before earning the extension.
  • Manager Martin O'Neill praised Donovan's 'maturity, strength and resilience,' calling him a 'warrior' who has been exceptional for the club during his recent appearances.
  • Donovan said he was 'over the moon' with the deal and vowed 'I'm just going to keep kicking on' as he targets further progress at Celtic.
  • Following his recent Scotland squad call-up, Donovan draws inspiration from Academy graduates Callum and James at Celtic, positioning him as part of a continuing pipeline of homegrown talent.
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Celticnewsnow broke the news on Monday, October 26, 2026.
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