Callum McGregor, born in 1993, is a stalwart of the central defensive midfield for Celtic. Hailing from Scotland and bearing the number 42 on his jersey, this 5ft 10in (1.78m) midfielder with a weight of 11st 9lb (74kg), has proven his worth time and again for the Glasgow giants. At the age of 32, as referenced on Transfermarkt, his market value stands around £4m, a testament to the player's consistent performances on the pitch.
In 2013, McGregor donned the green and white hoops of Celtic in the Scottish Premiership, marking the start of a illustrious career with the Glaswegian club. Over numerous seasons from 2014 to 2026, the midfielder has steadily increased his presence on the pitch, delivering consistent performance and scoring crucial goals. He's scored anywhere from two to nine goals in each season, being a part of the starting eleven upwards of 30 times most seasons. Few can forget his impressive tally of eight goals during the 2024-2025 season, a clear indication of his attacking prowess, despite his defensive duties.
His time with Celtic was briefly interrupted during the 2013-2014 season when he made a loan move to Notts County in the English League Two. Despite the shift in scenery, McGregor's performance remained noteworthy. During his time at Notts County, he scored an impressive 12 goals in his 37 appearances, before returning to Celtic in July 2014.
Most recently during the 2025 - 2026 season, McGregor has been vital for Celtic, scoring twice over 22 appearances in the league. Not only in the league, but McGregor also made his presence felt in various cups and European competitions. In the League Cup 2025 - 2026 he scored once over four starts, whereas in Champions League Qualifiers 2025 - 2026 and the Europa League 2025 - 2026, McGregor started twice and six times respectively.
Callum McGregor, from his years of service, is truly one of the integral parts of the Celtic squad, reflecting in his performances on the pitch.
