FORMER Celtic midfielder, Scott Allan has took some parting shots at Celtic as he leaves the club to join up with Hibernian. The midfielder signed a pre-contract with Hibernian in January but didn’t get the move until the summer after hoping the two clubs could come to an agreement over him moving on early.
Allan was signed by Ronny Deila and disregarded pretty much straight away, he then was cast aside by Brendan Rodgers who saw no value in the player being a part of his squad. Two managers deeming him not good enough.
Ironically, it was Neil Lennon as Hibs boss who was chasing the midfielder for an Easter Road return and was in charge at Hibs when they initially signed Scott on his pre-contract.
The footballer has been frustrated and that’s understandable, but taking digs on the way out might not be the best course of action.
Asked if he was a victim of a breakdown in the relationship between Celtic and Hibs because of last summer’s John McGinn saga, Allan did believe there was some truth to that:
“I think that is the issue, definitely.” he told RecordSport.
“On transfer deadline night I was battering my phone – but nothing happened! There were other factors, obviously between the two clubs, and I was caught in the middle of it. It just wasn’t to be.
“I just wanted to come somewhere where I am appreciated and have a good relationship with the people and the hierarchy.”
When Allan was asked if he was always treated in a respectful manner by the club and again took his chance to stick the boot into his old employers.
I understand and agree with wee Scott’s comments. From a footballer’s perspective it’s been a nightmare. He was a decent player, and we never got the chance to see his potential. Its 1 thing being found out as a total lemon and being left out the side, but he was viewed as a gifted young player, who’s never had a real chance to grow into the team. Not suggesting he would displace calmac logic or Christie, the point being we’ll never know! I dont think hes being that disrespectful with what he says. Being bounced around the first team, reserves and on loan is not a great way to evolve your career.