Martin O'Neill has expressed surprise at the extent of Kasper Schmeichel's shoulder injury. The Celtic goalkeeper announced he might have played his final match for the club following recent medical assessments. Schmeichel has struggled with persistent problems in his shoulder area during the current campaign, according to Sky Sports.
O'Neill told reporters that the medical staff did not initially expect the situation to be so grave. The 39-year-old goalkeeper joined the Scottish champions on a one-year deal in 2024 to replace Joe Hart. He has been a consistent presence in the starting line-up until this injury setback, per reports from The Guardian.
Celtic officials are now assessing their options for the remainder of the season. Schmeichel earned 105 caps for Denmark and won the Premier League title with Leicester City in 2016. His potential retirement would leave a significant vacancy in the Celtic squad, as O'Neill confirmed the club must prepare for life without the veteran stopper.
