Celtic’s encounter with Motherwell on Sunday was not just a pivotal moment for the Hoops’ title aspirations, but also a standout game for one of Scottish football’s most promising talents, Lennon Miller.
The 17-year-old Motherwell midfielder, who has been making waves in Scottish football with his performances, caught the eye of many, including Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers.
Following Celtic’s hard-fought victory, Rodgers took the time to acknowledge Miller’s performance directly, offering words of encouragement to the young talent. Miller shared, “He just said ‘well done’ and ‘good luck for the season’,” he told RecordSport.
“It’s nice to get recognition from the people who have had such a good career in the game. I don’t really look at social media, it doesn’t really affect me. I just need to show the manager what I can do each day in training and on a Saturday.”
Despite his youth, Miller has already made 21 first-team appearances for Motherwell in all competitions this season, showcasing his potential and contributing significantly to the team.
Miller’s highlight of the match, a clever drag back that left Celtic’s midfield duo Callum McGregor and Matt O’Riley in his wake, before setting up Blair Spittal for Motherwell’s stunning opener, has not gone unnoticed. This moment of brilliance underscored the young midfielder’s skill and composure, traits that have not only endeared him to the Motherwell faithful but also caught the attention of onlookers from across Scottish football.
Former Celtic star Charlie Mulgrew urged Celtic to sign the talent in the summer while he appeared on Sky Sports’ coverage of Sunday’s encounter. Brendan Rodgers is certainly aware of the talent, so it will be one to keep an eye on.
