It wasn’t certain that Simunovic had registered in time to be eligible to play, but his inclusion in Celtic’s Europa League squad has put that issue to bed.

According to UEFA.com the Serbian is included in the squad for the start of the Europa league campaign, which gets underway on September 17th against Ajax in the Amsterdam Arena.

While it’s a relief that the 21-year-old made the squad, the omission of one player might be a bit harsh even at the tender age of 18.

Celtic academy player Kieran Tierney has failed to make the cut for Celtic’s Europa league squad for the group stages.

The latest signings Tyler Blackett and Scott Allan along with Jozo Simunovic have all been included in Celtic’s 23-man squad.

Two players that were linked with moves away from Celtic on deadline day, striker Anthony Stokes and winger Derk Boerrigter are also included.

Celtic will face off against Ajax, Fenerbahce and Molde in what is one of the toughest groups in this year’s competition. Dutch side Ajax have become regular opponents for Celtic in Europe over the last number of year’s.

It will be the first time they have faced a Turkish side in Fenerbahce and a trip to Ronny Deila’s homeland to face Norwegian champions Molde wraps up a very competitive Group A for Celtic.