Cameron Carter-Vicks Celtic return

In early July, reports announced that centre‑back Cameron Carter‑Vicks had rejoined Celtic after recovering from the Achilles injury that kept him out for the previous season. By early August, manager Martin O'Neill confirmed the 28‑year‑old USA international was fit enough to start the opening Scottish Premiership match against Dundee, describing his progress as “getting there game by game.” O'Neill reiterated that the club would rely on Carter‑Vicks rather than seek additional central‑defence signings before the September deadline. He also highlighted Celtic’s recent transfer activity, including the record‑fee signing of striker Kasper Hogh and the addition of forward Camilo Duran, while stressing a collective drive forward. The club entered the new campaign after a dramatic title win, a Scottish Cup triumph, and O'Neill’s appointment as permanent manager, with analysts speculating another domestic treble is possible. Teammate Liam Scales remained suspended, and Auston Trusty and Dane Murray continued to manage separate fitness concerns.