Celtic loanee Johnny Kenny has been a standout on loan at Shamrock Rovers after joining the League of Ireland side for a second loan spell at the start of the season.
Overall, the Republic of Ireland Under-21 international has netted 18 times back in his homeland, helping the other Hoops all but secure Europa Conference League progression.
As far as his Parkhead future goes, Johnny Kenny is out of contract at Celtic in 2026. Despite still being yet to make a senior appearance for the Bhoys, he clearly retains a level of talent that is beginning to flourish.
Intriguingly, Brendan Rodgers is also on the lookout for a third striker. Could his compatriot Kenny be a solution to that desire?
Now, Celtic have reportedly made a decision on the 21-year-old amid his excellent spell at Tallaght Stadium.
Celtic make a decision on Johnny Kenny’s future
According to Mailsport, Celtic are set to hand Kenny a chance to establish himself in the first-team fold at the club after his brilliant contribution on loan at Shamrock Rovers.
The Irishman has two more opportunities to provide an audition against Borac and Chelsea in the Conference League before returning to Parkhead.
The report leans into Rodgers’ pursuit of a young striker that can push Kyogo Furuhashi and Adam Idah for first-team opportunities.
However, the outlet also claim Daniel Cummings has a ‘less certain’ future at the club amid his ongoing contract situation that has alerted a clutch of sides south of the border.
Celtic could benefit from the loan market
Sometimes, players go out on loan and find themselves under a new spotlight where they are viewed as a central figure in a different environment.
Kenny certainly falls into that category, and it appears his goalscoring form has been too exciting to overlook. Ultimately, Celtic would find it to recruit a young striker keen to settle for a bit-part role, so why not develop one already at the club?
Not only are you saving money on transfer expenses, you are also offering a chance to someone likely to have the bit between their teeth.
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