Johnny Kenny

Johnny Kenny (born 6 June 2003) is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a forward for League of Ireland Premier Division side Shamrock Rovers, on loan from Scottish Premiership club Celtic.

Sligo Rovers
In January 2021, Kenny signed his first professional contract with Sligo Rovers. He made his debut in March, in a 1–1 draw with Dundalk. One month later, he scored his first senior goal against Finn Harps.

Like his father Johnny also scored in European football for Sligo

Celtic
Kenny signed a five-year deal with Celtic in January 2022. He was loaned to Queen's Park in August 2022.

Shamrock Rovers loan spells
On 28 December 2022, it was announced that Kenny would be joining League of Ireland Premier Division club Shamrock Rovers on loan for their 2023 season. After returning to Celtic at the end of his loan spell, it was announced on 21 January 2024 that Kenny would return to Shamrock Rovers on another loan deal for the 2024 season.

International career
In November 2021, Kenny made his debut for the Republic of Ireland under-19 team, scoring in a 3–2 victory over Montenegro.

Kenny also scored on his Republic of Ireland under-21 debut in March 2023

Personal life
His father, Johnny Snr. was also a professional footballer and played for Sligo Rovers in the 1990s. He is first cousins with Liam Kerrigan, who is also a professional footballer.