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James Forrest has been an outstanding performer for Celtic this season and his contribution has aptly been recognised by Sky Sports journalist Charles Paterson.
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Forrest, one of Celtic’s finest academy graduates, has excelled this season.
He has managed to score 17 goals and provide 20 assists from 55 appearances in all-competitions, while he finally got off the mark for the Scotland national side with a handful of goals.
Now 27, this could represent a watershed season in Forrest’s career, with his development suggesting that he is now a vital player for the national side and his progression could hold the key to Scotland’s success in the coming years.
And his scintillating season has earned him esteemed praise from Sky Sports journalist Charles Paterson.
‘Forrest has continued his evolution into a potent weapon for club and country.
‘Through the autumn he was almost unstoppable, scoring four goals in the first half at St Johnstone in a standout performance, form he continued on the big stage for Scotland in November.
‘The goals have dried up somewhat since then, but 17 in all competitions for Celtic is by far his best return in a season.’
A watershed season for Forrest
The Paradise faithful are firmly aware of the assist-king’s attacking quality and exemplary work-rate, but he has often struggled to mirror his club form on the international stage.
But the 2018/19 campaign has been a year for change on that front, with five goals in just two UEFA Nations League appearances providing that he now has the mentality to carry his outstanding form for Celtic into a different environment.
The electric winger has made huge strides forward this season and he must now use his seniority and consistency to carry Scotland forward when they need him most.
Paterson is absolutely spot on about the incredibly potent Forrest.