What Martin O’Neill told Celtic after Colby Donovan signed a new contract with his boyhood club

Martin O'Neill has praised young Celtic right-back Colby Donovan after the 20-year-old signed a long-term contract extension keeping him at the club until 2031. Celtic officially announced the new deal on Monday evening following Donovan's continued breakthrough in the first team. O'Neill commended the defender for his maturity, resilience, and exceptional performances during recent months.

Donovan has made 44 appearances in all competitions for his boyhood club, seizing playing time amid defensive injury issues. Despite navigating managerial turnover and line-up changes, the academy graduate has impressed with consistent domestic performances and recently earned a call-up to the Scotland national team under manager Sébastien Pocognoli.