Cameron Carter-Vickers has been one of Celtic’s standout players, both under former manager Ange Postecoglou and current boss Brendan Rodgers. His solid performances at the back have made him an essential part of Celtic’s defensive unit, and he is often seen as the first name on the teamsheet. His reliability, leadership, and defensive awareness have been crucial in Celtic’s recent successes.
However, Carter-Vickers is currently dealing with a foot injury, which saw him rested during Celtic’s League Cup match against Falkirk after being substituted late on in the Champions League victory over Slovan Bratislava. With Celtic facing St Johnstone in the Premiership and an important Champions League clash against Borussia Dortmund on the horizon, his fitness is now a major concern. Despite his ongoing injury issues, Carter-Vickers continues to impress even when not fully fit, as noted by pundit Stephen McGinn.
Auston Trusty, who was signed by Celtic during the summer transfer window, stepped in during the Falkirk match and may again be relied upon against St Johnstone if Carter-Vickers is rested to manage his injury. Although Trusty has had some shaky moments, including issues in the Falkirk game, he will need more playing time to showcase his full potential.
Ultimately, Rodgers is likely to play it safe with Carter-Vickers to ensure he is available for the Dortmund fixture, where his experience and quality will be crucial for Celtic’s European ambitions. Trusty, alongside Liam Scales, may continue to fill in domestically as Carter-Vickers recovers .
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