Born on the 7th of July, 1991, in the bonny land of Scotland, James Forrest, comfortable at Celtic and wearing the number 49 jersey, plays primarily as a forward whilst favouring the right wing. Physically, he is 5ft 8in (1.75m) tall and weighs in at 10st 7lb (67kg), a nimble sprite on the pitch.
Weaving a career that has seen a consistent rise in prowess, Forrest's current market value estimates around £347k, as noted by Transfermarkt.
Stretching his roots deep into the soil of Celtic since his debut in the 2009-2010 season, Forrest, with his two initial appearances and sole goal, initiated a journey that has seen him create magic on the field in green and white. As we criss-cross through his seasons, it is evident the lad has shown tenacity and steady growth. Specifically, in the 2016-2017 season, Forrest engaged the fans with 28 appearances and six splendid goals.
In the more recent years of his service at Celtic, Forrest's dedication to the green and white reveals itself through a commendable performance, with the 2018-2019 season a particular highlight, seeing him make 33 appearances and score a notable 11 goals. In the current 2025-2026 season, Forrest continues to represent Celtic with unbroken fortitude, having engaged in 21 first team appearances and added another goal to his tally.
Forrest’s participation has not been limited to league appearances, having also lent his skills to the League Cup 2025-2026, with one start and two cameos as a substitute. In similar vein, he was present in the Scottish Cup 2025-2026 with one start and two substitute appearances. He also featured in the Champions League Qualifiers 2025-2026 with two starts, alongside stints in the Europa League 2025-2026; with one start and three occasions coming off the bench.
