James Forrest Seeks Celtic Contract Extension

Glasgow, Scotland – Veteran winger James Forrest has expressed a strong desire to extend his stay at Celtic beyond the end of his current contract this season, following a match-winning cameo in the club's Scottish Cup semifinal victory over St Mirren.

The 34-year-old, who has spent nearly two decades at Celtic, came off the bench during extra time in Sunday's 6-2 win at Hampden Park, providing a key assist for Kelechi Iheanacho's goal that sparked a four-goal surge in six minutes. His performance helped secure Celtic's place in the Scottish Cup final against Dunfermline Athletic and underscored his ongoing value to the team amid a challenging campaign.

Forrest, Celtic's most decorated player with 26 major trophies, including 13 Scottish Premiership titles, seven Scottish Cups, and six League Cups, has made 564 appearances and scored 110 goals for the club. Born in Prestwick, Ayrshire, he has been a one-club man since his debut under former manager Neil Lennon. With his deal expiring in the summer, Forrest revealed he has discussed his future with club officials and hopes to remain at Parkhead.

"I've been here a long time and I don't want to go anywhere else," Forrest said after...