Another departure from Manchester City has seemingly been confirmed

Manchester City has seen six players depart this summer, including Kevin De Bruyne and Scott Carson (contract expiry), Juma Bah (loan to Nice), and Kyle Walker, Yan Couto, and Maximo Perrone (sold). Jahmai Simpson-Pusey appears set to be the next departure, joining Celtic on loan for the 25/26 season.

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers confirmed the imminent loan arrival of Simpson-Pusey, describing him as a "very gifted young player" who came through Manchester City's system. Rodgers stated the young centre-back's profile fits Celtic's requirements, highlighting his speed, dominance, defensive ability, and strength in progressing the ball. He emphasized the need for depth at centre-back due to the high number of intense games Celtic plays.

A loan move is seen as the logical next step for Simpson-Pusey's career. Having maximized his development at youth level with Manchester City, he requires higher-level football to grow. The move is also practical given City's depth in the centre-back position.

Playing for Celtic offers a high-pressure environment conducive to Simpson-Pusey's development. The club is dominant in Scotland and expects to win trophies annually. Rodgers' attacking, possession-based style aligns with what Simpson-Pusey is familiar with, and the physically demanding Scottish Premier League should aid his physical and defensive growth.

Simpson-Pusey is now on the verge of completing this loan move to Celtic for the 2025/26 season, widely viewed as a positive step for the young defender's progression.