Who is Luke McCowan? Meet the Celtic fan living the Paradise dream

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Luke McCowan saw a lifelong dream fulfilled in August 2024 when he signed for his boyhood team Celtic.

The midfielder started his career at Ayr United before progressing to Dundee, where he made a name for himself with some excellent performances.

McCowan caught the eye of Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers and the Hoops paid £1m at the end of the transfer window to sign the Greenock native.

Since then, he’s been an impressive midfielder for the Bhoys, even if he isn’t one of the first choice picks in that area of the park.

Here is absolutely everything you need to know about Celtic midfielder Luke McCowan as we answer all of your frequently asked questions.

What age is Luke McCowan?

Luke McCowan was born on December 9, 1997 in Greenock, Scotland. He came through the youth ranks at Ayr United and signed his first professional contract with the club in 2017.

As of May 2025, McCowan is 27 years old.

McCowan’s transfer to Celtic

McCowan joined Celtic on August 30, 2024 from rival Scottish Premiership side Dundee for a transfer fee of £1m after three years at Dens Park.

Is Luke McCowan a Celtic fan?

Yes, McCowan is a lifelong Celtic fan. Upon signing for Celtic in August 2024, McCowan told Celtic TV: “It’s a bit surreal even sitting here with the Hoops on. I don’t really know how to put it into words.

“It’s just something that I’ve been desperate to get down as soon as I knew Celtic were interested. I’m just ready to get to work and show that I’m a player that can play for this club.”

McCowan’s girlfriend and parents

McCowan has a fiancée called Erin Coyle and they have been together since they were both 17. Just like her partner, Erin is a Celtic fan.

There isn’t too much known about McCowan’s parents, but there is a video of some of his nearest family members filming his Celtic debut against Rangers on the TV:

Luke McCowan’s Celtic contract and salary

View every Celtic player’s weekly wages.

• Weekly wage: £8,000
• Annual salary: £416,000
• Contract expires: June 2029

McCowan’s stats for Celtic

Luke McCowan chocolate bar?

What exactly is Luke McCowan’s association with chocolate bars, you may be asking? Well, it’s a bit random.

A young TikTok user reportedly posted a video of himself singing, “Luke McCowan, chocolate bar, oh ohhhh oh oh oh oh…”

The clip went viral and it seems to have stuck. It’s probably in reference to McCowan’s Highland Toffee, which is coated in chocolate.