Kasper Schmeichel shares new surgery update at Celtic, Daizen Maeda and John Terry react
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Credit: Imago Kasper Schmeichel shares new surgery update at Celtic, Daizen Maeda and John Terry react Tue 24 March 2026 18:45, UK Kasper Schmeichel has taken the first step on his long road to recovery after the Celtic star required surgery on his shoulder.The 39-year-old confirmed live on-air that he had been playing through the pain, news which infuriated fans at Celtic Park due to his mistakes on the pitch, while also taking Martin O’Neill by surprise.Viljami Sinisalo has taken over as the Hoops’ first-choice goalkeeper in his absence, which appears to be a major change, given that Schmeichel has made 88 appearances since arriving in July 2024.He joins Callum McGregor on Celtic’s injury list, and although there are fears that the shot-stopper may never play another professional game, Schmeichel is trying to stay positive about his rehabilitation.“I could’ve potentially played my last football game.”Our guest reporter Kasper Schmeichel reveals that he has dislocated his shoulder, and torn his bicep, rotator cuff and labrum. The Dane opens up about requiring two surgeries that will keep him out for 10 to 12 months. pic.twitter.com/75fskUSAd2— CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) March 17, 2026 View Tweet 🚨 Celtic Injury Update 🚨 Get the latest from the Lennoxtown treatment table, including injury updates, scan results and return dates for the first-team squad.
VISIT THE CELTIC INJURY HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Kasper Schmeichel undergoes successful first surgery at CelticWith the veteran likely sidelined for the next 12 months, the 39-year-old may never feature for the Hoops again, but he appears to have undergone a successful first surgery on his shoulder injury.Taking to Instagram (24 March), Schmeichel wrote: “First shoulder operation done, everything went well. Now, full focus on recovery and preparing for the next one.“Thanks for all the messages over the past few weeks, it means a lot,” with likes coming from Daizen Maeda, Paulo Bernardo, Reo Hatate, as well as legendary figures Joe Hart and John Terry.His future remains uncertain due to the injury.
His current deal expires at the end of the 2025-26 campaign, likely meaning he’ll have to find a new club should he return to the pitch professionally.Who could the Hoops sign as Schmeichel’s replacement?Schmeichel’s absence certainly leaves a gaping hole in the squad, not just in terms of having a player on the pitch, but also not having his voice in the dressing room for the remainder of the season.It is not easy to find someone with his experience, so one bargain transfer that Celtic could look into is Stefan Ortega, currently of Nottingham Forest until the summer, following his exit from Man City.Illan Meslier is also being shoved out at Leeds United, having not played a single senior minute since last season, and a move to the Scottish Premiership might give the keeper some much-needed confidence.Whoever the Hoops decide should fill the void is unlikely to have the same knowledge as Schmeichel, but given his current situation, it would be foolish to wait around for him to return from injury.