 Murray training with Celtic in 2024 | |||
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Dane Ben Murray | ||
| Date of birth | (2003-06-26) 26 June 2003 | ||
| Place of birth | Airdrie, Scotland | ||
| Height | 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in) | ||
| Position | Centre-back | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Celtic | ||
| Number | 47 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Celtic | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2021– | Celtic | 6 | (0) |
| 2024–2025 | → Queen's Park (loan) | 18 | (0) |
| International career‡ | |||
| 2019 | Scotland U16 | 2 | (0) |
| 2019–2021 | Scotland U17 | 3 | (0) |
| 2021–2022 | Scotland U19 | 6 | (0) |
| 2022– | Scotland U21 | 4 | (1) |
|
* Club domestic league appearances and goals as of 1 March 2026 ‡ National team caps and goals as of 22 March 2025 | |||
Dane Ben Murray (born 26 June 2003) is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Scottish Premiership club Celtic.1
Club career
Murray's footballing journey began by being scouted by Celtic as a six-year-old and steadily progressed through their youth academy. In June 2019, Murray signed his first professional contract with Celtic.
Murray’s senior debut came on 20 July 2021, during a UEFA Champions League qualifier against FC Midtjylland. At just 18 years old, he was introduced as a substitute in the 1-1 draw.2 Murray was entrusted with a starting position in the return leg on July 28, 2021, playing the full 120 minutes in a match that concluded with a 2-1 extra-time defeat for Celtic.3
To continue his development and provide regular first-team experience, Murray was loaned to Scottish Championship side, Queen’s Park for the 2024-2025 season. He made his debut for the club in August 2024 and quickly established himself as a key figure in their defense. Over the course of his loan spell, Murray amassed 20 appearances and an assist across all competitions.4
In January 2025, Celtic exercised a recall clause, bringing Murray back to the club. This decision was influenced by squad dynamics, notably the anticipated loan departure of fellow defender Stephen Welsh to KV Mechelen.5
International career
Murray has represented Scotland at various youth levels.
Murray currently represents Scotland U21.
Playing style
Standing at 1.93 meters, Murray is a left-sided centre-back known for his composure on the ball and tactical awareness. His height and physical presence make him a formidable opponent in aerial duels, while his ability to read the game contributes to effective defensive positioning.
Career statistics
Club
- As of 8 March 20266
| Club | Season | League | Scottish Cup | League Cup | Other | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Celtic | 2021–227 | Scottish Premiership | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2a | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024–25 | Scottish Premiership | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1a | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2025–26 | Scottish Premiership | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5b | 0 | 14 | 1 | |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 18 | 1 | ||
| Queen's Park (loan) | 2024–25 | Scottish Championship | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1c | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Career total | 24 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 38 | 1 | ||
- Appearances in UEFA Champions League
- One appearance in UEFA Champions League, four appearances in UEFA Europa League
- Appearance in Scottish Challenge Cup
Honours
Celtic
- Scottish Premiership (1): 2025–268
- Scottish Cup (1): 2025–26
References
References
- Connelly, Tony (7 April 2021). "Dane Murray excited for more after experiencing first-team training". Celtic FC.
- "Champions League qualifying: Celtic held by Midtjylland in Postecoglou's first game". BBC Sport. Retrieved 22 March 2025.
- "Midtjylland 2-1 Celtic (agg 3-2): Postecoglou's side undone in extra time". BBC Sport. 27 July 2021. Retrieved 22 March 2025.
- Cairns, Ian (9 August 2024). "Dane Murray on loan from Celtic". Queen's Park Football Club. Retrieved 22 March 2025.
- McGilvray, Andy (30 December 2024). "Celtic star 'heading out on loan move' as Queen's Park kid set to return". Daily Record. Retrieved 22 March 2025.
- "D. Murray". Soccerway. Retrieved 30 July 2021.
- "Games played by Dane Murray in 2021/2022". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 30 July 2021.
- sport, Guardian (16 May 2026). "Celtic stun Hearts at the last in dramatic final-day shootout to retain Scottish title". The Guardian.