Adam Idah, born on 11 February 2001 and now 24 years of age, is a Republic of Ireland international who currently plies his trade as a forward for Celtic Football Club. Standing 6ft 2in tall (1.9m) and weighing 13 stone (83kg), Idah is a formidable presence on the pitch and sports the number 9 on his jersey.
According to Transfermarkt, Idah's current market value is estimated around £4m, making him a valued asset to Celtic. His contract with the Hoops runs until the 30th of June 2029, providing a solid foundation for both the player and the club for years to come.
Idah's football journey began in some earnest at Norwich City, where he joined as a trainee in July 2017. He first featured for the Canaries' first team in the 2019-20 season, making a total of 12 league appearances. Seasons following this yielded varying degrees of game time and goal returns, with notable highlights being the 2023-24 season where he scored six goals in 28 appearances. He made a single league appearance in the 2024-25 season before heading north.
The young striker's short stint at Celtic began in February 2024 while on loan from Norwich City. Despite what may have been an unfamiliar setting, Idah found the back of the net eight times in 15 appearances in the Premiership. Upon his return to Norwich, he continued where he left off, showcasing his scoring prowess.
His performances clearly left an impression on the Celtic hierarchy, as he returned to the Scots in August 2024, this time on a permanent basis, with the transfer fee touted around the ballpark of £8.5m. His debut season as a permanent player has mirrored his successful loan spell, with the young forward already netting eight goals in 26 appearances for his club.
Idah's scoring form isn't restricted solely to league play. The Republic of Ireland international has shown he can hit the back of the net on the grandest of stages, including the League Cup, Scottish Cup and even the Champions League. In the 2024-25 season, Idah scored a total of six goals in these competitions. Back on the international front, he had successful stints in the Euro Qualifiers and Nations League for the Republic of Ireland.
Consistently touted as one of the bright prospects in contemporary football, Adam Idah continues to attract attention with the performances he puts in for both club and country. As he makes strides in his professional career, the sky may just be the limit for this young man.
