Ayr United announced the signing of 20-year-old midfielder Francis Turley from Celtic on a season-long loan. The Northern Ireland U21 international was brought to the Scottish Championship club by manager Scott Brown. This transfer is part of a co-operation agreement between the two sides that has previously led to other Celtic players joining Ayr. Turley has prior first-team experience, having played for Celtic against St Mirren in 2024. Ayr United confirmed the acquisition on their social media platform, X, and clarified that the deal was a loan until the end of the season. For the Northern Ireland U21 team, he has 2 caps and 1 goal. In the Scottish Lowland Football League this season, Turley has made 20 appearances, scoring 4 goals and providing 5 assists. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €150k.