SWOS 2016/2017
SWOS 2016/2017

SCOTT SINCLAIR
SCOTT SINCLAIR
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Number
#8
Nationality
England
Team
CELTIC (Scotland)
Coach
BRENDAN RODGERS
Position
LW (Left Wing)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Total Bargain Value
6 1 1 2 7 7 1 25 1.7 £1.5M

Scott Sinclair

  • Full name: Scott David Sinclair
  • Date of birth: 25 March 1989
  • Place of birth: Bath, England
  • Nationality: English
  • Position: Winger / Forward

Career summary (selected clubs)

  • Youth career at Bristol Rovers and Chelsea
  • Chelsea (senior debut, but limited first-team appearances; several loan spells)
  • Loan spells including QPR, Plymouth Argyle, Bristol Rovers, Swansea City
  • Permanent moves: Swansea City (after loan), then prolific spell at Norwich City
  • Signed by Manchester City in 2012; limited appearances and further loans to West Bromwich Albion
  • Played for Aston Villa (helped promotion to the Premier League)
  • Signed for Celtic in June 2019

Celtic (2019–2023)

  • Joined Celtic on a four-year deal in June 2019.
  • Became an important attacking option — playing mainly on the wing and contributing goals and assists.
  • Contributed to multiple domestic successes with Celtic, including Scottish Premiership titles and domestic cups during his time at the club.
  • Known for pace, dribbling, and ability to score from the wing.

International career

  • Represented England at youth levels, including England U21s.
  • No senior England caps.

Notable achievements

  • Key part of Celtic squads that won Scottish Premiership titles (multiple seasons during his tenure).
  • Helped Aston Villa gain promotion to the Premier League (2018–19 season).

Playing style

  • Left-footed winger known for direct running, dribbling past defenders, creating chances and cutting inside to shoot.
  • Versatile across attacking positions and experienced in both English and Scottish top-flight football.

Current status

  • After the end of his contract with Celtic in 2023, his club status may have changed; for the latest transfer or retirement information, consult current club announcements or reliable sports news sources.