Cameron Carter Vickers has returned back to ‘full training’ duties over the weekend. He and fellow defender Anthony Ralston where apparently put through their paces at Lennoxtown as they battle back to fitness form their respective injuries.

Previously it was widely reported that CCV was ahead of schedule and had resumed light training duties not so long ago, so the latest injury update is promising on both counts as we get closer to the start to the season against Ross County, or as Celtic fans call it, Flag Day.

: Carl Starfelt of Celtic embraces teammate Cameron Carter-Vickers after the team’s victory in the Scottish Cup Semi Final match between Rangers and Celtic at Hampden Park on April 30, 2023. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Anthony Ralston getting back up to speed is also good news considering we are missing Alistair Johnston for a few more weeks, so having him available for selection soon is another plus.

But the return of The Big Strong Man CCV, would be even mores significant for Brendan Rodgers. Cameron is a superb player and our defence is not the same without him.

Anthony Ralston of Scotland celebrates after he scores the opening goal during the UEFA Nations League League B Group 1 match between Scotland and Armenia at Hampden on June 08, 2022. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

It’s maybe asking a bit much for him to be ready for the first game of the new campaign. But he should be well ready and up to speed for the important trip to Ibrox at the start of September, and of course the start of the Champions League campaign.

So with more signings heading through the door imminently and the return of CCV and Tony Ralston not far away, it’s some good news that maybe will even cheer up the pessimists in our support.

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The Celtic Star’s Father’s Day Promotion has been so successful, with hundreds of books at great prices being posted to Celtic fans all over the world, that we’ve decided to continue with the sale until the end of July. We’ve reduced all six books currently available from their usual retail price of £20 and prices are as low as £6 (see below).

All books are high quality hardback, with some signed by the author. And it’s also worth noting that you only pay postage on one book, so it’s free for the second, third and so on. ORDER HERE or click on The Celtic Star image above…this is how it feels to be Celtic!