How much will Celtic miss Asian Games-bound Yang?

Celtic winger Yang Hyun-jun will miss the next four games while representing South Korea at the Asian Games, despite his invaluable contributions to the Scottish champions. The 24-year-old nearly left the club in January, but returned under Martin O'Neill's second spell in charge and has been a key player in securing a league and cup double for the team.

Captain Callum McGregor emphasized Yang's importance to the team, stating that he is "a really important part of the team" and a "big player to miss." The South Korean's impressive stats, with two goals and an assist in seven games this season, reflect his growing influence in games. Last season, he scored 10 goals and provided three assists.

Celtic's width is a critical aspect of their playing style, and Yang would likely be the automatic choice on the left side if not for his international commitments. In a match against St Mirren, Sebastian Tounekti replaced Yang and missed an excellent chance, highlighting the strength in Celtic's squad. Jota is also nearing a return after recovering from a knee injury sustained in April 2025, but Celtic will still feel the impact of losing Yang for the remainder of the month.