The Hoops defender has been sidelined since August which effectively scuppered any chance of a switch to the Toffees
Former Celtic and Everton defender Alan Stubbs believes Everton will not revive their interest in Alistair Johnston during the January transfer window. Everton attempted to sign the 27-year-old Canadian right-back in the summer, but Celtic held firm on their valuation of over £15 million before a hamstring injury sidelined the defender.
Stubbs noted that Everton already resolved their defensive needs by signing Ainsley Maitland-Niles, making a renewed bid unlikely unless circumstances change. Meanwhile, Celtic manager Martin O'Neill confirmed Johnston is making encouraging progress and has returned to training on the grass at Lennoxtown.
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