Bertie Auld signed for Celtic in March 1955 but it was several years before he reached the peak of his playing career at Parkhead.

He arrived a green youngster and his hot-headed attitude stopped him from making progress with Celtic early in his career. He spent most of the 1956-7 season on loan to Dumbarton and despite winning two Scottish caps in 1959-60, he was allowed to leave Celtic in 1961 for Birmingham City.

During his time south of the border, he developed into a sparkling, skilful winger cum inside-forward, and Brummies were sorry to see him return to Parkhead in 1965.

Back on the field at Celtic, Auld was now a calm, yet bold and dextrous player. He reverted to midfield and formed an anchor 'engine room' alliance with Bobby Murdoch.

Auld was part of the team that swept the board of domestic titles and won the European Cup in the 1967 season.

He left the club for a second time in May 1971 and went on to become manager of Hibs, Partick Thistle, Hamilton Academicals and Dumbarton.