The Irishman did, however, disclose that Luis Palma will not play in the match against St Johnstone and won’t rejoin the team until after the international break, in addition to Callum McGregor and Reo Hate, who are also sidelined.
This season, the Honduran has made 34 appearances for Celtic, tallying an outstanding 11 goals and grabbing 12 assists. Although Luis has his detractors, he can be a very dangerous offensive threat when he’s in his element.
Two weeks ago, the boys lost the chance to reclaim the top spot after failing to take advantage of an error made by the Ibrox club.We need every player healthy and prepared to contribute as the season draws to a close, but we haven’t had many of those this year. Throughout Brendan Rodgers’ comeback season, there have been numerous injuries to important players, but we have typically been patched up.As he recovers from the setback on the training ground, Luis will have to watch from the stands. Celtic supporters will be hoping Daizen Maeda can build on his hat-trick against Livingston by putting in more deadly performances like that.Celtic have St Johnstone on Saturday at Celtic Park before the domestic game takes a backseat for an international break. Upon their return to action, Celtic take on Livingston away before heading to Ibrox in what will likely be a powderkeg tie.
At this time Celtic fans are crossing their fingers and toes that Callum McGregor and Reo Hatate are back alongside Luis Palma.
