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Callum McGregor surprised with new Celtic contract

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is seen during a training session at Lennoxtown Training Centre on April 27, 2018 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Ian MacNico...
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Celtic midfielder Callum McGregor only signed a new deal with Brendan Rodgers’ side last year.

Callum McGregor of Celtic walks on the pitch prior to the Betfred Cup Final between Celtic and Aberdeen at Hampden Park on December 2, 2018 in Glasgow, Scotland.

Celtic midfielder Callum McGregor has admitted to the Glasgow Evening Times that even he was surprised to receive a new contract at Parkhead.

McGregor only put pen to paper on a long-term deal at Celtic last year, but he has just signed on improved terms, which will keep him with the Bhoys until 2023.

And even McGregor was shocked that Celtic moved to hand him another new deal so soon after his last.

He said: “I only signed my last contract in September last year, so it’s been quick to get a new one. It’s a bit of surprise. I’ve just been concentrating on playing football and trying to do my best for the team.”

McGregor’s new contract at Celtic is reward for his good form, which has significantly increased his reputation.

Callum McGregor of Scotland controls the ball during the International Friendly between Scotland and Netherlands at Pittodrie Stadium on November 9, 2017 in Aberdeen, Scotland.

The Scottish midfielder has filled in for Scott Brown in recent weeks and showed his versatility in a new role.

McGregor has been linked with a move to the Premier League, but his new contract ends any speculation over his future.

McGregor is likely to be in action again for Celtic at the weekend, when Rodgers’ side take on Dundee.

Callum McGregor of Celtic celebrates after he scores his second goal during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match between Celtic and Hibernian at Celtic Park Stadium on September 30,...