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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Lana Mackay

Celtic starlet Championship loan deal confirmed

Ayr United have confirmed the signing of Celtic defender Lenny Agbaire on loan until the end of the season, subject to SFA approval.

The 19-year-old will join former Hoops captain Scott Brown’s side at Somerset Park as they battle for promotion to the top-flight.


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Ayr currently sit second in the Scottish Championship, four points behind league leaders Falkirk.

A statement shared by the club on X read: “The club are delighted to announced the signing of 19-year-old defender Lenny Agbaire on loan from Celtic, subject to SFA approval.

"He joins the Honest Men until the end of the season. Welcome to Somerset Park, Lenny!”

The teenager is under contract at Celtic until the summer of 2025 and has become a regular starter for the B Team, helping the Hoops to Scottish Youth Cup victory in 2023.

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