Benjamin Siegrist
Born: January 31, 1992 (age 32)
Height: 6' 5" (196cm)
Weight: 15st 4lb (97kg)
Hometown: Basel, Switzerland
Nationality:
Swiss
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Position: Goalkeeper
Team: Celtic (no. 31)
![Benjamin Siegrist Benjamin Siegrist](https://b.smimg.net/df11/28038177.png)
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Career History | ||
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Youth | 2002-2009 | Basel |
2009-2012 | Aston Villa | |
Senior | 2012-2016 | Aston Villa |
→ 2013 | Burton Albion (loan) | |
→ 2014 | Cambridge United (loan) | |
→ 2015-2016 | Solihull Moors (loan) | |
→ 2016 | Wycombe Wanderers (loan) | |
2018-2022 | Dundee United | |
2022- | Celtic |
Sports Mole has 54 articles about Benjamin Siegrist. Articles 1 to 40:
![Trabzonspor goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir pictured in February 2020 Trabzonspor goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir pictured in February 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/20/19/ugurcan-cakir.jpg?w=87&h=65&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
Celtic 'identify Ugurcan Cakir as Caoimhin Kelleher alternative'
Celtic could reportedly step up their interest in Trabzonspor goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir if they are unable to finalise a deal for Liverpool shot-stopper Caoimhin Kelleher.
Feb 27, 13:46
![Croatia's Dominik Livakovic celebrates after the match on March 28, 2023 Croatia's Dominik Livakovic celebrates after the match on March 28, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Celtic 'keeping tabs on Dinamo Zagreb goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic'
Celtic are reportedly keeping tabs on Dinamo Zagreb and Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic, who has just one year left on his contract.
Jul 14, 21:12
![Montenegro's Sead Haksabanovic in action with Romania's Iulian Cristea on June 4, 2022 Montenegro's Sead Haksabanovic in action with Romania's Iulian Cristea on June 4, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Celtic sign winger Sead Haksabanovic on five-year deal
Celtic complete the signing of winger Sead Haksabanovic from Rubin Kazan on a five-year deal for an undisclosed fee, subject to international clearance.
Aug 25, 13:42
![Aaron Mooy in action for Australia on June 19, 2017 Aaron Mooy in action for Australia on June 19, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Celtic complete double signing of Aaron Mooy, Moritz Jenz
Celtic announce that they have completed the double signing of midfielder Aaron Mooy and centre-back Mortiz Jenz.
Jul 19, 18:00
![Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou celebrates after the match on March 14, 2022 Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou celebrates after the match on March 14, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou: 'We're set to sign two new players next week'
Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou reveals that he will "definitely" add a couple more players to his squad this summer and expects new signings to be made some time next week.
Jul 16, 19:01
![Sunderland's Luke O'Nien celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on March 8, 2022 Sunderland's Luke O'Nien celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on March 8, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Dundee United vs. Sunderland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season clash between Dundee United and Sunderland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 14, 22:10
![Dundee United's Benjamin Siegrist pictured in August 2020 Dundee United's Benjamin Siegrist pictured in August 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Celtic complete signing of goalkeeper Benjamin Siegrist
Scottish Premiership champions Celtic complete the signing of goalkeeper Benjamin Siegrist on a free transfer, with the 30-year-old penning a four-year contract.
Jun 21, 21:08
![Rangers' Glen Kamara celebrates scoring their second goal with Ryan Kent and Calvin Bassey on May 5, 2022 Rangers' Glen Kamara celebrates scoring their second goal with Ryan Kent and Calvin Bassey on May 5, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Rangers vs. Ross County - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Scottish Premiership clash between Rangers and Ross County, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 9, 16:23
![Dundee United's Benjamin Siegrist pictured in August 2020 Dundee United's Benjamin Siegrist pictured in August 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester United 'interested in Dundee United's Benjamin Siegrist'
Dundee United goalkeeper Benjamin Siegrist emerges as a target for Manchester United, according to a report.
Mar 20, 12:12
![Rangers' James Tavernier scores their first goal from the penalty spot on February 17, 2022 Rangers' James Tavernier scores their first goal from the penalty spot on February 17, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Dundee United vs. Rangers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Scottish Premiership clash between Dundee United and Rangers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 18, 09:10
![Celtic coach Ange Postecoglou pictured on August 12, 2021 Celtic coach Ange Postecoglou pictured on August 12, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Ange Postecoglou must make do without eight players for Dundee United clash
Dundee United boss Tam Courts is set to be without his main striker after Marc McNulty suffered a hamstring injury.
Sep 24, 19:26
![James McPake pictured in May 2015 James McPake pictured in May 2015](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
James McPake confident Dundee will start taking their chances
The Dark Blues have not scored in three matches.
Sep 21, 16:41
![Dundee United's Calum Butcher in action with Hibernian's Kevin Nisbet in the Scottish FA Cup on May 8, 2021 Dundee United's Calum Butcher in action with Hibernian's Kevin Nisbet in the Scottish FA Cup on May 8, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Dundee United vs. Hibernian - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Scottish League Cup clash between Dundee United and Hibernian, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 21, 10:15
![Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Benjamin Siegrist could return in goal as Dundee United prepare for derby clash
The 29-year-old has recovered from a knee injury and is in contention to face Dundee at Tannadice.
Sep 17, 19:24
![Trevor Carson in action for Northern Ireland in October 2018 Trevor Carson in action for Northern Ireland in October 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Dundee United boss Tam Courts embracing goalkeeping dilemma ahead of derby clash
Number one Benjamin Siegrist has recovered from a knee injury sustained in the build-up to United's game with St Johnstone last month.
Sep 17, 18:12
![Dundee United's Calum Butcher in action with Hibernian's Kevin Nisbet in the Scottish FA Cup on May 8, 2021 Dundee United's Calum Butcher in action with Hibernian's Kevin Nisbet in the Scottish FA Cup on May 8, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Dundee United vs. Dundee - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Scottish Premiership clash between Dundee United and Dundee, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 17, 10:24
![St Mirren's Jamie McGrath pictured on May 9, 2021 St Mirren's Jamie McGrath pictured on May 9, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: St Mirren vs. Dundee United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Scottish Premiership clash between St Mirren and Dundee United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 9, 20:02
![Trevor Carson in action for Northern Ireland in October 2018 Trevor Carson in action for Northern Ireland in October 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Liam Smith hails goalkeeper Trevor Carson following strong Dundee United debut
Siegrist could be facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines after he went down with a knee injury with nobody near him in training on Saturday.
Aug 23, 22:30
![Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Dundee United wait on news of Benjamin Siegrist's injury
Former Motherwell goalkeeper Trevor Carson made his debut after Benjamin Siegrist suffered a knee injury.
Aug 22, 18:13
![Benjamin Siegrist in action for Aston Villa in 2010 Benjamin Siegrist in action for Aston Villa in 2010](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Ben Siegrist keeps focus on Ayr United after helping Dundee United down Rangers
The goalkeeper also wished Lawrence Shankland well after his move to Belgium.
Aug 13, 12:21
![General view of Aberdeen's Pittodrie Stadium from 2008 General view of Aberdeen's Pittodrie Stadium from 2008](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Aberdeen 2-0 Dundee United: Dons continue strong start to season
The Dons, fresh from their Europa Conference League victory over BK Hacken, made only one change to the starting XI that lined up in Gothenburg.
Aug 1, 17:32
![Eamonn Brophy pictured for Scotland in June 2019 Eamonn Brophy pictured for Scotland in June 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: St Mirren welcome Eamonn Brophy back for Dundee United clash
Dundee United will be without defender Mark Connolly after he suffered a serious knee injury.
May 14, 18:49
![Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Dundee United report no fresh concerns before Motherwell clash
There will be few changes to either squad.
May 11, 14:34
![Dundee United manager Micky Mellon pictured on May 8, 2021 Dundee United manager Micky Mellon pictured on May 8, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Dundee United vs. Motherwell - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Scottish Premiership clash between Dundee United and Motherwell, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 11, 00:40
![Kevin Nisbet pictured for Hibernian in October 2020 Kevin Nisbet pictured for Hibernian in October 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Hibernian handed double injury boost ahead of Dundee United clash
Dundee United boss Micky Mellon has reported no fresh injury worries.
May 7, 16:18
![Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020 Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Dundee United vs. Hibernian - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Scottish Cup clash between Dundee United and Hibernian, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 6, 21:40
![Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Dundee United goalkeeper Benjamin Siegrist ruled out for season
Ross County are hopeful defender Carl Tremarco will return.
Apr 30, 19:35
![Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020 Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Dundee United vs. Ross County - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Scottish Premiership clash between Dundee United and Ross County, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 29, 18:47
![Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United Tannadice Park, the home of Dundee United](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Celtic keeper Ross Doohan joins Dundee United on emergency loan
Ross Doohan will provide cover for injured Benjamin Siegrist, who has been ruled out for the rest of the season.
Apr 24, 21:39
![Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020 Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Aberdeen vs. Dundee United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Scottish Cup clash between Aberdeen and Dundee United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 23, 18:37
![Joe Lewis in action for Aberdeen on December 2, 2018 Joe Lewis in action for Aberdeen on December 2, 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Aberdeen hopeful over Joe Lewis fitness for Dundee United clash
The Dons number one missed out on the Premiership game against Celtic in midweek with a rib injury.
Apr 23, 16:41
![St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright pictured in January 2016 St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright pictured in January 2016](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Tommy Wright hails "positive vibe" at Kilmarnock
Killie are the lowest scorers in the Premiership with just 28 to date but have netted 15 in their last five games.
Apr 20, 18:26
![General view of Rugby Park, home to Kilmarnock, from 2011 General view of Rugby Park, home to Kilmarnock, from 2011](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Dundee United's Benjamin Siegrist missing for Kilmarnock trip
Dundee United will be without goalkeeper Benjamin Siegrist.
Apr 20, 17:15
![Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020 Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Kilmarnock vs. Dundee United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Scottish Premiership clash between Kilmarnock and Dundee United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 19, 22:10
![Hamilton Academical manager Brian Rice pictured in August 2020 Hamilton Academical manager Brian Rice pictured in August 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Hamilton 0-1 Dundee United: Basement side rue early Kyle Gourlay error
Marc McNulty capitalised on a poor clearance from stand-in goalkeeper Kyle Gourlay to net in the sixth minute.
Apr 10, 17:28
![Hamilton Academical manager Brian Rice pictured in August 2020 Hamilton Academical manager Brian Rice pictured in August 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Hamilton Academical vs. Dundee United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Scottish Premiership clash between Hamilton Academical and Dundee United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 8, 17:59
![A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Dundee United 0-0 Celtic: Draw sees Rangers crowned champions
The Hoops needed a win at Tannadice to keep Rangers waiting for a first title in 10 years.
Mar 7, 14:43
![Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020 Dundee United boss Micky Mellon pictured on August 22, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Benjamin Siegrist backs Dundee United to turn into title contenders
Mellon's men remain in the hunt to end their first campaign back in the Scottish Premiership with a top-six finish.
Mar 6, 19:53
![St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright pictured in January 2016 St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright pictured in January 2016](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Tommy Wright frustrated with "poor decision" in Dundee United draw
Micky Mellon thought Dundee United should have performed better to prove their top-six ambitions.
Feb 27, 18:11
![General view of Rugby Park, home to Kilmarnock, from 2011 General view of Rugby Park, home to Kilmarnock, from 2011](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Kilmarnock 1-1 Dundee United: Zech Medley from zero to hero for hosts
Adrian Sporle netted the opener for Dundee United after Zech Medley had lost possession deep inside his half.
Feb 27, 17:12