Celtic caught everyone off guard on Friday evening when they announced the permanent signing of Cameron Carter-Vickers. The American international committed his long term future to the club to the delight of Celtic supporters.
The deal wasn’t cheap to get the defender from Spurs to Celtic. Something which made many have their doubts about the Hoops being able to pull it off.
A respected journalist has revealed some key details on the transfer and what Celtic can expect to pay.
That’s a large outlay for CCV, but a recognition the club are not resting on their laurels. So many times we’ve watched loan players come and go, with no real attempt to sign them up. Cameron signing a deal that could eventually make him the club’s most expensive ever signing is a massive statement.
Celtic fans are hoping to see more in the door for the Champions League adventure we’re set to go on. It’s just three months until we hear the iconic music blaring out at Celtic Park. We have to be as prepared as possible.
A delighted Cameron reacted to his new four-year deal at the club: “I am so pleased to complete my move to Celtic and I really could not be happier.
“I have loved every minute of my time at Celtic so far and I really wanted to be part of the club’s future.
He added: “I wanted to make sure I was part of this group going forward and working under a great manager, and now we all want to achieve more.
“We have so much to look forward to, we will aim to be strong again domestically and of course we look ahead with real excitement to the Champions League.
“I have received such a great welcome from everyone at the club from day one and also from our supporters. When you are fortunate enough to be inside Celtic you can see it really is one of the world’s great football clubs.
“I am delighted to be given this opportunity at a club of this stature and I will be doing all I can to play my part in bringing more and more success to our fans.”
Speaking after the deal had been concluded, Celtic manager, Ange Postecoglou said: “I am absolutely delighted that the club has completed the signing of Cameron on a permanent basis.
“This is a major acquisition for Celtic, really positive news for us and everyone at the club has worked so hard to make this happen.
“Cameron has given everything of himself to the club so far, demonstrating his real value to the team and to the way we play.
“He was vital to our success during the season, such a hard working player of real quality and he was an absolute model of consistency.”
The manager added: “When we identify a player, we always hope that they can settle into things as quickly and as easily as possible, but like so many other players during the season, Cameron slotted in to life at Celtic brilliantly from very early on.
“He is a great guy, hugely popular and we are delighted that he sees his future with us.”
Source: Celticfc.com
