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Andy Robertson tells Roy Keane and Gary Neville why he was ‘quite happy’ with Celtic rejection

Andy Robertson and John McGinn have Celtic connections, so it’s understandable that they spoke about their boyhood clubs on their recent apperances of the Overlap.…

Published: Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 8:45 PM
Andy Robertson tells Roy Keane and Gary Neville why he was ‘quite happy’ with Celtic rejection
Key Things to Know
  • Andy Robertson revealed on The Overlap that he was pleased in hindsight about being released by Celtic as a teenager.
  • Robertson explained that an early exit allowed him to rebuild his career at other clubs rather than waiting until age 20.
  • The defender progressed through Queen's Park, Dundee United, and Hull City before his successful spell with Liverpool.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Andy Robertson reflected on his youth release from Celtic during an appearance on Gary Neville's podcast, The Overlap, alongside Roy Keane. Robertson stated that being released as a teenager ultimately benefited his development because it enabled him to reset his career early, rather than lingering in youth ranks without senior opportunities.

After leaving Celtic, Robertson played for Queen's Park, Dundee United, and Hull City before winning major trophies at Liverpool. He noted that size concerns and club changes influenced his exit, allowing him to gain crucial first-team football elsewhere before eventually joining Tottenham Hotspur.

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