In a short lived Celtic career John Brodie made just two appearances before departing the club for English side Chelsea.

Brodie signed for the Celts in 1916 from his hometown club Dumbarton Harp. But - with strong competition for a place in the Celtic forward line - the player didn't make his debut until September 1st 1917 when he played in a 3-2 victory at home to Clyde. His second - and final - appearance for the Hoops came the following season when he netted in a 2-1 victory at Falkirk.

H eventually left Glasgow for Stamford Bridge in 1919.