Celtic hero insists Callum McGregor at ‘peak of his powers’ in strong defence of captain amid criticism

Former Celtic defender Charlie Mulgrew has mounted a strong defense of captain Callum McGregor, insisting the 33-year-old midfielder remains at the peak of his powers despite recent criticism. McGregor faced scrutiny following back-to-back derby defeats against Rangers, including a 3-0 loss at Ibrox in the Premier Sports Cup and a Scottish Premiership reverse at Celtic Park.

Speaking on The Breakdown, former Rangers player Kevin Thomson suggested McGregor appeared exposed against younger midfielders Dan Neil and Nicolas Raskin. Mulgrew dismissed age concerns, instead attributing Celtic's midfield issues to tactical pressing by Rangers and the departure of Arne Engels, which left McGregor partnered with lightweight alternatives.