Mohamed Elyounoussi has been confirmed as Celtic’s latest signing as the recruitment drive to win 9-in-a-row continues. The £16 million man claims he ‘can’t wait to get started’ with his new club.
Earlier tonight, the news broke that the Norwegian was due to sign on a season-long loan deal from Southampton and Celtic have confirmed the signing.
Speaking to Celtic FC’s website Elyounoussi conveyed his excitement at the move to the Scottish Champions.
“I can’t wait to get started and pull on the jersey for the first time. It’s an iconic, historic club so it’s a great move for me.
“Obviously, I know it’s massive club with lots of fans. I’ve been to Celtic Park before so I know what the atmosphere’s like. I was here with Molde back in 2015, and I got a goal and an assist in both games.
“I remember that it was a great atmosphere at Celtic Park when I played here. So I’m really happy to come here.
“Celtic has a great history of winning titles with a lot of fans behind them, so I’m proud to be a part of the club.
“This is something I want to achieve at Celtic, scoring goals and creating chances to help the team win games and winning titles. That’s what it’s about. That’s my job as an attacker –to score goals and create chances for the team.”
Elyounoussi joins Bauer, Forster, Elhamed, Jullien and Bolingoli as Celtic’s new recruits.