Who is Benjamin Nygren, Celtic’s only true first-team signing this summer

Benjamin Nygren arrived at Celtic in the summer of 2025 and was signed by Brendan Rodgers.

Nygren left FC Nordsjælland and joined Celtic, becoming one of the club’s first real summer signings. He has already earned praise for his performances in the Danish Superliga and also impressed in the Hoops’ pre-season fixtures.

A product of the Swedish youth system, he has represented his country from U15 level right through to the senior national side.

Now at Celtic, hopes are high from the fans that the 24-year-old winger will be a success after what he produced against Ajax, Sporting CP and Newcastle United.

So who is Benjamin Nygren? Here is everything Celtic fans need to know about the new summer signing.

Benjamin Nygren Celtic Player Profile

• Youth Career: Began his youth career with his hometown club, IK Brage, before joining the IFK Göteborg academy.
• IFK Göteborg (2018–2019): Made his professional debut at the age of 16.
• KRC Genk (2019–2022): Joined the Belgian champions. He made several appearances for the first team and had a loan spell to gain more playing time.
• FC Nordsjælland (2022–2024): Became a key part of the Danish Superliga side, contributing with goals and assists, which led to his move to Celtic.
• Celtic (2024–Present): Signed for the Parkhead club this summer.
• International Career (Sweden):
  • Caps: 4
  • Goals: 2. Scoring his first in a 5-1 win over Northern Ireland in March 2025.

Benjamin Nygren’s Celtic Debut

• Date: 03/08/2025
• Match: Celtic vs St Mirren
• Details: Benjamin Nygren appeared for 78 minutes in Celtic’s 1-0 win over St Mirren on Flag Day.

Benjamin Nygren’s Career Highlights

• Club Achievements:
  • KRC Genk:
    • Belgian Super Cup: 2019
  • FC Nordsjælland:
    • Reached the UEFA Europa Conference League group stage in 2023–24.
• Individual Awards:
  • Danish Superliga Team of the Year: 2024–25.

Benjamin Nygren’s Celtic salary and stats

• Wages: Estimated to be around £15,000 per week. [Salary Sport]
• Stats:
  • Gothenberg: 15 appearances, 6 goals, 5 assists
  • KRC Genk: 7 appearnces, 1 goal
  • Heerenveen: 52 appearances, 7 goals, 6 assists
  • FC Nordsjaelland: 107 appearances, 35 goals, 6 assists.