Andy King and Danny Drinkwater respond to Celtic star Kasper Schmeichel’s farewell message

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Credit: Imago Wed 27 May 2026 11:10, UK Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel has taken to social media after announcing his retirement from football.Schmeichel has not featured for Celtic since February due to a shoulder injury, with Viljami Sinisalo having stepped in as number one in his absence.The 39-year-old was signed under Brendan Rogers in 2024, helping the club to a league and cup double in his first season.Rodgers had previously managed Schmeichel at Leicester City, where the Dane helped the Foxes win the Premier League title in 2016.Schmeichel leaving Celtic at the expiry of his contract means the Glasgow club will almost certainly be in the market for a new goalkeeper this summer. 🔄 Celtic Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Parkhead boardroom. VISIT THE CELTIC TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Kasper Schmeichel pulls curtain on ‘amazing career’Taking to Instagram, Schmeichel confirmed that his shoulder injury was “forcing” him to end his playing career.The Denmark international, who has earned 120 caps for his country, said he would have had an “extremely small” chance of returning to football from his injury.Appearances817Clean Sheets270Goals Conceded943Trophies Won7Kasper Schmeichel’s playing career in numbers.Celtic teammate Tomas Cvancara liked the post, whilst former Leicester stars Andy King and Danny Drinkwater left messages of support.King said Schemichel had an “amazing career,” and he was “grateful” for the opportunity to have played alongside the goalkeeper.Meanwhile, Drinkwater said: “Unreal career big guy” with two clapping hands emojis.Celtic have new goalkeeper on their radarSinisalo has impressed since stepping in for Schmeichel, keeping three clean sheets and ensuring Celtic beat Hearts to the Scottish Premiership title with some vital saves.Sources have told Football Insider that Sinisalo’s form could alter Celtic’s plans in the transfer market, and the 24-year-old could now become the club’s first choice goalkeeper.The Hoops though still plan to sign another shot stopper to provide competition for the Finland international, which will accelerate once the club appoint their next permanent manager.Former Arsenal goalkeeper Mathew Ryan, who now plays for Levante in Spain, has been linked with a move to Celtic Park, but he may want guaranteed playing time to be persuaded to join the club.