‘Come on’ – Rocco Vata and Daniel Cummings react as Celtic defender leaves…
‘Come on’ – Rocco Vata and Daniel Cummings react as Celtic defender leaves
Celtic youngsters Rocco Vata and Daniel Cummings have publicly reacted to the exit of young defender Mitchel Frame, who has officially left the club this summer. Frame, a promising full-back who had progressed through the Celtic Academy, is heading for a new chapter, with reports linking him to English Championship side Leicester City.
Following the news, both Vata and Cummings – fellow academy products and teammates of Frame – took to social media to post heartfelt responses. Vata commented “Come on ” under Frame’s farewell post, while Cummings simply added “All the best, bro ❤️,” highlighting the strong camaraderie among the young talents at the club.
Frame’s departure comes as part of a wider reshuffle within the Celtic youth ranks under the new leadership of Shaun Maloney, who is now overseeing the development pathway at Lennoxtown. The 18-year-old had impressed at various youth levels and was tipped to make the senior breakthrough, but with competition fierce and opportunities limited, he has opted to pursue his career elsewhere.
Celtic fans have expressed mixed feelings on social media – disappointed to lose a homegrown player with potential, but understanding of the challenges in breaking into a first-team that continues to strengthen.
With Vata also entering a crucial stage in his career, having been linked with a potential move away due to limited senior minutes, Frame’s exit may serve as a reminder of the difficult choices young players face at elite clubs.
While Frame moves on, the messages from Vata and Cummings show the unity within Celtic’s youth setup and the emotional ties these players share. For now, fans will watch with interest to see if Frame’s departure marks the start of more changes in the academy ranks.
