Endorsements at Celtic don’t come much more esteemed than those dished out by Scott Brown and that’s exactly what rising prospect Scott Robertson has been fortunate enough to receive.

What’s the word?

Robertson, who made his senior debut in December against Cluj in the Europa League, is a defensive midfielder with a bright future ahead of him.

Well, that’s if recent quotes from Brown are anything to go by.

As quoted by the Celtic View (Volume 55, Issue 25, Page 12) – via 67hailhail.com – the 34-year-old veteran delivered a glowing verdict on his attitude behind the scenes, one which gives an indication into how highly he is regarded at Paradise.

“He’s very relaxed and conducts himself with professionalism, he’s not big-time and I think he’s got a really bright future ahead of him.

“He’s the template for how young ones should approach making that step up – he’s humble, but at the same time isn’t scared to put himself about and show his qualities on the training pitch.”

Destined for a bright future

The lure of money, the thrill of fame and all the temptations that arrive in tandem with the rise of a young footballer naturally pose potentially career-defining obstacles to even the most gifted of talents.

However, Brown’s admission suggests Robertson has the correct mindset to fulfil his potential in the game.

That he has been identified as the player for other young players to emulate speaks volumes about the type of character he is, and those words can only be a prophecy for the future.

It’s too early to suggest the academy product can be Brown’s long-term successor, but it will certainly be no surprise to see the teenager’s involvement increase in the coming seasons.

And then who knows how far he can go at the club.

If he wasn’t already one to watch after making his debut in Europe earlier this season, he certainly is in light of Brown’s verdict.