NIR BITTON
| Passing (P) | Shooting (V) | Heading (H) | Tackling (T) | Control (C) | Speed (S) | Finishing (F) | Total | Bargain | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 2.7 | £600k |
Nir Bitton (Hebrew: ניר ביטון), born March 29, 1991 in Ashdod, Israel, is an Israeli former professional footballer best known for his time at Scottish club Celtic.
- Full name: Nir Bitton
- Date of birth: March 29, 1991
- Place of birth: Ashdod, Israel
- Height: 1.84 m (6 ft 0 in)
- Primary positions: Defensive midfielder, centre-back
Club career
- Youth & early career: Bitton came through the youth ranks at FC Ashdod and progressed to the senior team, making his professional debut with Ashdod in 2009.
- FC Ashdod (2009–2013): He established himself as a first-team player in the Israeli Premier League and attracted attention from abroad.
- Celtic (2013–2022): Bitton signed for Celtic in July 2013. During his time at Parkhead he was part of highly successful squads that won multiple Scottish Premiership titles and domestic cups. He made over 200 appearances for the club across all competitions. Bitton was a versatile defensive option, playing as a holding midfielder and covering at centre-back when required.
- Return to Israel (2022–): After leaving Celtic, Bitton returned to Israel and signed with Maccabi Tel Aviv (or his original club—depending on the most recent season). He continued his career in the Israeli Premier League.
International career
- Bitton represented Israel at various youth levels and made his senior international debut in 2010. He earned numerous caps for the Israel national team, often deployed in midfield or defense.
Style of play
- Known for his positional sense, tackling and passing from deep, Bitton combined defensive discipline with the ability to play out from the back. His versatility made him a valuable squad player for Celtic across several seasons.
Honours (selected)
- Scottish Premiership: multiple titles with Celtic
- Scottish Cup and Scottish League Cup: multiple wins with Celtic
Notes: For the most up-to-date statistics (appearances, goals, current club status) consult official club or national team sources, as transfers and career events after 2024 may not be reflected here.