Who is Liam Scales? Meet Celtic’s Irish-speaking centre-back

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Liam Scales is a defender who has divided opinion during his time at Celtic.

Joining as a youngster from Shamrock Rovers in 2021, Scales took time to break into the Celtic first team before becoming a regular name on the team sheet in the 2023/24 season.

His breakout campaign saw Scales feature 40 times, winning the Scottish Premiership and Scottish Cup as he formed a healthy partnership with fellow defender, Cameron Carter-Vickers.

Now sharing the role with Auston Trusty, the centre-back has still been a crucial part of Brendan Rodgers’ squad and will hope to be so going on into the future.

Here is absolutely everything you need to know about Celtic defender Liam Scales as we answer all of your frequently asked questions.

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What age is Liam Scales?

Liam Scales was born in Wicklow, Ireland on February 8, 1998. He began his career at Arklow Town as a kid before moving to Dublin to join UCD.

Impressive performances for the minnows caught the eye of Shamrock Rovers and the defender spent one season there before eventually joining Celtic.

A loan spell at Aberdeen helped him get up to speed with Scottish football and he has been with the Bhoys ever since.

As of May 2025, Scales is 26 years old.

Liam Scales’ height

Liam Scales stands at approximately 1.88m or 6′ 2″.

Liam Scales’ girlfriend

Liam Scales does have a girlfriend and has been pictured with her during Celtic’s previous league title celebrations, but her name is unknown.

Is Liam Scales related to John Scales and is he his dad?

Yes, Liam Scales is related to John Scales, who is the father of the Bhoys defender.

Like father, like son, John was also a defender and played from 1984 to 2001, for teams like Wimbledon, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur.

Liam Scales Celtic contract and salary

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• Weekly wage: £5,000
• Annual salary: £260,000
• Contract expires: June 2028

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Liam Scales Irish interview

Liam Scales wowed Ireland and Celtic fans in 2024 after he was able to conduct a full interview in the Irish language after making his international debut.

Scales studied the Irish language as a schoolboy and at University College Dublin. He also made history by becoming the first Irish footballer to conduct a full interview in his native tongue.