Montgomery aiming to make a mark for Celtic this season

Adam Montgomery was among the young players who gave Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou food for thought during their second pre-season win.

The 18-year-old was the only player to feature in both halves of a 2-1 victory over Charlton in Newport.

Montgomery made an impressive first-team debut in a 4-0 win against St Johnstone in May and is aiming to be involved when the season kicks off for real.

And his versatility could be a major asset, with Celtic short of options on the left side following the departures of loan players Diego Laxalt and Mohammed Elyounoussi.

“First half I enjoyed playing left wing, a bit further forward, and then second half back to left-back, so it was a good run out,” Montgomery told Celtic TV.

“I enjoy both. I would say my preference is probably left-back now after playing it a bit more.

“I was a left-winger since growing up so I have still got that in my game and I can still play that position but, with the way we are starting to play now, I think left-backs will be attacking much more, so I can bring that to my game from further back on the pitch.

“Last season one of my goals was to try to get a debut and break in before the end of the season. This season I will continue to work hard and see where that takes me.”

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Another teenager to impress was Karamoko Dembele, who netted along with Albian Ajeti.

Summer signings Liam Shaw and Osaze Urhoghide both featured along with Olivier Ntcham, who had appeared to be on his way out of Celtic Park this summer.