Motherwell’s rising star Lennon Miller has emerged as one of Scottish football’s most exciting prospects, with his performances catching the eye of Celtic’s recruitment team ahead of the summer transfer window.
The 18-year-old midfielder’s rapid development at Fir Park recently earned him a maiden Scotland call-up, further fueling speculation about his future.
Stephen O’Donnell, Motherwell’s vice-captain and a seasoned international himself, has witnessed Miller’s emergence firsthand.
The experienced defender believes his young teammate possesses all the attributes to eventually succeed Celtic captain Callum McGregor at Parkhead.
He said [Go Radio]: “I have heard some Celtic fans kind of being critical of Callum McGregor this season. Then, he is missing for the derby. By all accounts, I missed the game, but Celtic were way off it and that’s when everybody says, ‘how good is Callum McGregor’.
“Lennon Miller is a wee bit like that, in a way. When he is out of our team, by God, we are a different side and we miss him immensely and, for an 18-year-old, to be that integral to your side, that alone tells you how good of a footballer he is.”
O’Donnell highlighted Miller’s rare combination of physicality and technical ability, noting:
“He can mix it with the physical side of it. He has the technical ability I can only dream of. Can he be the best in Scotland? I don’t know. But I do think he has a right good chance if he keeps progressing the way he has.”
The Motherwell stalwart sees a natural fit at Celtic Park, explaining: “Touching on Lennon Miller for the Celtic replacement, it would make sense, in that regard. He can play both positions. He could even adjust game time slowly. He can learn.”
Miller’s maturity has been evident this season, with the teenager captaining Motherwell on multiple occasions in the absence of both Paul McGinn and O’Donnell.
Despite being contracted until 2026, his 31 appearances this campaign and growing reputation suggest Fir Park may struggle to retain their prized asset much longer as Scotland’s bigger clubs circle.