The staggering Celtic £23.6m tax figure, which investment debate
Celtic FC's recent financial reports reveal a total tax expense of over £23 million over three years, reflecting the club's significant domestic success and profitability. Despite heavy investment in player registrations and infrastructure, the club maintains a strong cash position.
Why it matters
It offers insight into the financial health and fiscal management of a major European football club.
13th September 2026; Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow, Scotland; Scottish League Cup Football, Rangers versus Celtic; Brian Wilson and Michael Nicholson of Celtic
The Scottish Champions recorded a total tax expense of £7.365m in 2023, £4.441m in 2024 and £11.753m during their latest financial year.
Football finance guru Kieran Macguire shared the figures on Twitter , offering a staggering insight into the Celtic hierarchy. The collective outgoings produce a combined figure of £23.559m and reflects the considerable profits Celtic have generated during a hugely successful period domestically.
The latest accounts are particularly striking. Celtic generated a pre-tax profit of £45.687m during 2024/25, resulting in a taxation charge of £11.753m and leaving the club with a profit after tax of £33.934m.
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