Kasper Schmeichel has been a great signing for Celtic.
Schmeichel was brought in to replace Celtic hero Joe Hart at the end of Brendan Rodgers’ first season back at the club.
Winning a double in his first season at Celtic, Schmeichel had a solid season batting his mistake in the Scottish Cup final against Aberdeen.
Now on the cusp of his second season at Celtic, we take a delve into the Denmark international l’s career to give the Parkhead support a detailed analysis on who is Brendan Rodgers’ number one choice.
Celtic hero Kasper Schmeichel Player Profile
Personal Details
- Full Name: Kasper Peter Schmeichel
- Date of Birth: November 5, 1986
- Age: 38 (as of June 26, 2025)
- Place of Birth: Copenhagen, Denmark
- Nationality: Danish
- Height: 1.89 m (6 ft 2 in)
- Weight: 89 kg (14 st)
- Position: Goalkeeper
- Foot: Right
- Jersey Number: 1 (Celtic)
- Current Club: Celtic FC
- Contract Details: Signed a one-year contract with Celtic on July 18, 2024, extended until June 30, 2026, on January 22, 2025
- Market Value: €500k–€900k (approximately £650k–£750k, as of May 2025)
Kasper Schmeichel’s Career Overview
Kasper Schmeichel is a highly accomplished goalkeeper, widely regarded for his shot-stopping, command of the penalty area, and leadership.
The son of Peter Schmeichel, he made his one name, most notably during an 11-year stint at Leicester City, where he won the Premier League and FA Cup.
His career spans multiple clubs across England, Portugal, France, Belgium, and Scotland, with a reputation for consistency.
Schmeichel joined Celtic in July 2024, joining up with former Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers, and has since become a key figure in their domestic and European campaigns. He remains Denmark’s No. 1 goalkeeper, with over 100 caps.
- Youth Career: Began playing organized football in Portugal in 2000 at GD Estoril Praia’s youth academy, winning a championship. Joined Manchester City’s academy in 2002 after his father’s return to the club.
- Manchester City (2004–2009): Made 8 first-team appearances, debuting in a 2–0 Premier League win over West Ham United on August 11, 2007, with clean sheets in his first three matches. Loan spells included:
- Darlington (2006, League Two): 4 appearances.
- Bury (2006, League Two): 5 appearances.
- Falkirk (2007, Scottish Premier League): 17 appearances, including a 1–0 win over Celtic where he saved a penalty from Craig Beattie.
- Cardiff City (2007–08, Championship): 14 appearances.
- Coventry City (2008, Championship): 9 appearances.
- Notts County (2009–2010): Signed for a club-record fee, earning £1m annually. Made 43 league appearances, conceding just 0.67 goals per match, and won the League Two title. Named Player of the Month in October 2009.
- Leeds United (2010–2011): Signed in May 2010, making 37 appearances under Sven-Göran Eriksson but left after one season.
- Leicester City (2011–2022): Signed for £1m in June 2011, making 489 appearances. Key achievements include:
- Nice (2022–2023): Joined Ligue 1 side Nice, making 36 league appearances.
- Anderlecht (2023–2024): Played 23 matches in the Belgian Pro League before joining Celtic.
- Celtic (2024–Present): Signed on a free transfer in July 2024. Has made 32 appearances in the 2024–25 season, contributing to Celtic’s Scottish Premiership title and Scottish League Cup win.
- International Career (Denmark):
- Caps: 105 (as of June 2025)
- Debut: February 6, 2013, in a friendly against Macedonia.
- Notable Moments:
- Captained Denmark at UEFA Euro 2024, playing all four matches.
- Played at UEFA Euro 2012 (no appearances), Euro 2020 (semi-finals), and the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
- Kept a clean sheet in a 6–0 win over Malta in 2014 World Cup qualifying.
- Faced criticism for a mistake in a 1–0 loss to Spain in 2024, but also kept a clean sheet in a 2–0 win over Serbia.
Kasper Schmeichel’s Celtic Debut
- Date: August 4, 2024
- Match: Celtic 4–0 Kilmarnock (Scottish Premiership)
- Details: Schmeichel made his competitive debut for Celtic, keeping a clean sheet in a 4–0 league win at Kilmarnock. His performance marked the start of an impressive run, including five consecutive clean sheets, equalling a 1906 Scottish top-flight record.
Celtic hero Kasper Schmeichel’s career highlights
- Club Achievements:
- Individual Awards:
- Notable Moments:
- Saved a crucial penalty in the 2024 Scottish League Cup final shootout against Rangers, securing the trophy for Celtic.
- Kept 23 clean sheets across all competitions in the 2024–25 season, with 17 in 21 league games, earning comparisons to Celtic great Artur Boruc.
- Nearly scored his first career goal with an overhead kick for Notts County against Morecambe in 2009 and claimed a goal against Yeovil Town for Leicester in 2014 (disputed).
- Instrumental in Leicester’s miraculous 2015–16 Premier League title win, defying 5000–1 odds.
Kasper Schmeichel Transfer Rumours
As of July 2025, no significant transfer rumors link Schmeichel to other clubs. His contract extension with Celtic until 2026 and his expressed happiness at the club suggest he intends to stay.
Previous rumours in 2024 linked him to a return to England, but his move to Celtic and subsequent performances have quieted speculation.
Kasper Schmeichel’s Celtic salary
- Wages: Estimated at £13,000 per week at Celtic, though exact figures are undisclosed. Previously earned £1m annually at Notts County, the highest in League Two at the time. [Salary Sport]
- 2024–25 Season Stats (as of May 2025):
- Appearances: 49
- Clean Sheets: 24 (17 in 21 league games).
- Notable: Missed the title-clinching 5–0 win over Dundee United on April 26, 2025, due to injury. [Transfermarkt]
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