We’re pleased to confirm the signing of winger Jamal Crawford who joins the club from Runcorn Linnets.

The 25-year-old finished the season with Linnets as they challenged for promotion to the NPL Premier Division.

Jamal began his career at Burnley before joining Llandudno. In 2017 he joined FC United of Manchester where he went on to make 32 appearances in the National League North for the club.

This isn’t the first time Jamal has represented Celtic, he first joined the club on loan when at FC United of Manchester in the 2018-19 season, playing in a 2-2 draw with Stafford Rangers and a 2-1 win over Workington.

The winger then went on to play for Chester, Hyde United, Curzon Ashton and Bamber Bridge over the next few years.

He also lists Glossop North End, Trafford, Widnes and 1874 Northwich as former clubs, playing 18 times for the latter last season before joining Runcorn Linnets.


Manager James Kinsey commented: “Jamal is an exciting winger that we’ve tried to sign for a number of years.

“He’s a winger that can turn a game on its head, even when you are up against it! We need these sorts of players and I’ve got to know him quite well in past seasons. He is a dedicated lad which is a huge plus for us and something which fits into what we’re trying to build here.”


Welcome to Celtic, Jamal!