Celtic has faced a setback as one of their key players, Cameron Carter-Vickers, will miss the upcoming clash against Atalanta in the Champions League. Despite returning to training at Lennoxtown, Carter-Vickers has not traveled to Italy with the rest of the team for the crucial match.
Reports earlier in the week suggested that Carter-Vickers had resumed first-team training after a period of being sidelined. However, according to Daily Mail journalist Stephen McGowan, the center-back will not be in Bergamo for the game on Wednesday night.
During a recent press conference, Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers provided an update on Carter-Vickers’ situation. He mentioned that the team is being cautious with the player, considering his injury history from last season. Although the current injury is different, the club wants to avoid rushing Carter-Vickers back too soon, which could potentially worsen his condition.
Rodgers explained that Carter-Vickers is progressing well in his recovery but still experiences some discomfort. The team is closely monitoring his training sessions to assess how he responds and to prevent any setbacks. While the player is not far from reaching full fitness, Celtic is taking a cautious approach to ensure his long-term health and performance.
It is crucial for Celtic to have all their key players available for such important matches, especially in the Champions League. Carter-Vickers’ absence will be felt in the team’s defensive line, and his recovery process will be closely monitored to determine when he can return to action.
In the meantime, Celtic will have to make adjustments to cope with the absence of Carter-Vickers and ensure they put up a strong performance against Atalanta. The team will rely on other players to step up and fill the gap left by the center-back, emphasizing the importance of squad depth in such competitive competitions.
As the season progresses, Celtic will continue to manage Carter-Vickers’ recovery carefully and prioritize his well-being to ensure he returns to full fitness without any complications. The team remains optimistic about his progress and looks forward to having him back on the pitch contributing to their success in future matches.
