Talks had begun in the summer with a League 1 side that was interested in a permanent deal for Johnny Kenny, but Celtic had to retain the striker after Adam Idah's departure was not followed by a replacement. Bolton could again seek a permanent deal. According to a report by Pete O’Rourke, the 22-year-old could depart under new management when the transfer window opens. When Johnny Kenny returns from Bolton this summer, Celtic will consider offers for the striker, who was born in Sligo.

Johnny Kenny stated that one of the main reasons he decided to join Bolton Wanderers was his international aspirations with the Republic of Ireland national team.

Johnny Kenny is returning to Celtic this summer after his loan at Bolton Wanderers. The player joined Bolton on loan from Celtic in January. Johnny Kenny stated that when he signed on deadline day, it was probably three months to the end of the season. He said he spoke to Fergal (Harkin) and told him that he wanted to come down, score goals and get them promoted.

Steven Schumacher stated that although Johnny Kenny was one of Bolton Wanderers' top targets in the summer, his club did not want to have a shortage of strikers due to European football early in the campaign. The manager also said Bolton did not get Kenny because Celtic did not get the strikers they wanted.

Bolton Wanderers competed with German club Schalke, as well as other clubs in the Scottish Premiership and the Championship, to sign Jonny Kenny. The club then had to complete the paperwork in time for the transfer to be approved by the EFL.

Bolton Wanderers have announced, and Celtic Football Club has confirmed, that Johnny Kenny has joined Bolton Wanderers on loan until the end of the season. Bolton head coach Steven Schumacher said they are delighted to have signed Kenny, describing him as a player they rate very highly and someone they identified last summer to strengthen their attacking options. Schumacher added that Kenny has since played regularly and scored goals at a high level and will be a big addition. The head coach also said they did not think he would be available during this window, but they acted very quickly to complete the deal once they were made aware Celtic would allow him to leave on loan. Johnny Kenny said he knew there had been an interest and that Bolton contacted him frequently during the summer. He added that he wanted to attempt to establish himself at Celtic in the last six months but is happy to be at Bolton now.

Johnny Kenny joined Bolton Wanderers on loan from Celtic.

According to Irish journalist David Sneyd, Johnny Kenny is set to join Bolton on loan. Bolton had previously pursued Kenny, offering a permanent deal before the striker agreed to a contract extension with Celtic in the summer.

According to the Daily Record, Johnny Kenny could spend the rest of the season with Bolton Wanderers. The EFL League One club attempted to sign the Irishman in the summer, but former manager Brendan Rodgers did not approve a departure as the Scottish champions lacked forward options. Kenny could now go on loan following new arrivals.

Daily Record reports on Johnny Kenny being a loan target for Bolton Wanderers. Johnny Kenny is a loan target for Bolton Wanderers and could be allowed to leave if Celtic land two new forwards. Kenny has earned his first international call-up with the Republic of Ireland and is keen to play regular first-team football.

Bolton is planning a final move to land Celtic striker Johnny Kenny, aged 22, who has signed an extended deal since they began their pursuit. He could yet be tempted to move.

The Daily Record reports on Bolton's interest in signing Johnny Kenny from Celtic. Bolton is interested in signing Johnny Kenny from Celtic. Their initial offer of £500,000 was rejected by Celtic, who have asked them to double the offer to £1 million. Kenny has been a target for Bolton, and Celtic found the initial bid insufficient. Kenny spent part of last season on loan at Shamrock Rovers and scored five goals in six Conference League appearances.

Bolton Wanderers made a £500,000 bid for Johnny Kenny which was rejected by Celtic. Celtic do not want to sell Kenny, but may consider loan offers later in the window. Kenny is being tracked by Bolton and other clubs.