Celtic player recent injury setback had initially raised concerns about his availability until after the international break. However, Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has now provided a more reassuring update on the situation. Rodgers expressed optimism that the defender could be ready for selection to face St Johnstone in the upcoming weekend fixture.
The centre-back missed the Scottish Cup quarter-final win over Livingston last weekend due to a slight hamstring issue detected during training. Rodgers explained that Carter-Vickers was omitted as a precautionary measure to avoid exacerbating the injury. The initial worry was that he might be out beyond the international break, but recent scan results have brought positive news. Fortunately, the 26-year-old has avoided any serious injuries, offering hope for a prompt return to action.
Rodgers conveyed his positive outlook on Cameron Carter-Vickers’ recovery, mentioning that the defender should be fit for the upcoming match at Parkhead. He explained that following discussions with Carter-Vickers, it seems that the player’s concerns were stemming from previous knee issues, leading to heightened sensitivity towards any discomfort. With the scan showing no significant problems, Carter-Vickers has been working with the medical team to prepare for a potential return to training by the end of the week. If all goes well, he could be in contention for the weekend clash against St Johnstone.
