A dramatic claim circulating online suggests that Celtic defender Alistair Johnston has been sacked by the club, allegedly because of an unspecified issue.
However, there is currently no reliable evidence that Celtic have terminated Johnston’s contract or dismissed him from the club. In fact, Celtic’s official Europa League squad announcement on September 3, 2026, lists Johnston as part of the 25-man squad. �
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The Canadian international has instead been dealing with an injury. Reports indicate that Johnston has been sidelined since being substituted against Kilmarnock on August 9, with his return expected around October. �
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Johnston also signed a new Celtic contract in November 2024 that runs until 2029, according to the SPFL. �
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