Brendan Rodgers identifies a Celtic junior player whom he holds in high regard, discussing the potential for a transition to the first team.

Brendan Rodgers subscribes to the old adage: “If you’re good enough, you’re old enough”.

The manager of Celtic has a longstanding tradition of integrating younger players into the team throughout his tenure, a practice he continued during the recent Champions League match against Aston Villa.

Dane Murray and Daniel Cummings both came off the substitute in the matchday eight tie at Villa Park after the former was recalled from a loan at Queen’s Park and the latter had starred for the B team in the UEFA Youth League.

It is hoped that this serves as an indication of future developments for the duo, who have evidently made a favourable impression on their manager during their training sessions with the first team at Lennoxtown.

The evening proved to be rather uncomfortable for centre-back Murray, who inadvertently contributed to Villa’s fourth goal during their 4-2 triumph in the West Midlands.He relinquished possession of the ball prior to Morgan Rogers achieving his hat-trick; however,

Rodgers focused on the broader contributions that the 21-year-old can provide beyond this singular error. The supervisor acknowledged his admiration for the youthful player, who has participated in three matches for the first team—once under the management of Rodgers and twice during Ange Postecoglou’s tenure in Glasgow.

Dane Murray was awarded a Celtic shot vs Aston Villa “I will consistently provide opportunities to youth players, provided they demonstrate sufficient skill and capability.” “The journey is not intended to be straightforward,” remarked Rodgers.”Merely being a youth player at Celtic does not guarantee participation in the first team.”

This implies that one must merit the privilege. “Dane Murray is an athlete whom I hold in high regard.” I observed his performance here during the early stages of his career; however, he subsequently suffered a severe injury that has sidelined him for an extended period. “He has returned, and one can observe the efforts he has undertaken.”

He stands at 6 feet 4 inches tall, possesses considerable physical stature, exhibits commendable speed, and demonstrates proficient playing ability. “I wanted to stick him on the other night because the things I’ve been telling him in order to be a top player, because he’s a great big guy, he’s a nice big guy.