Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Victor Wanyama still loves Celtic.
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Victor Wanyama has told The Scottish Sun that he was cheering on Celtic on Saturday afternoon, and is pleased to see Neil Lennon land the managerial job permanently.
Celtic took on Hearts in the Scottish Cup final, and knew that a win at Hamdpen Park would secure a third consecutive domestic treble.
They were given a scare though as Ryan Edwards put Hearts in front, but Celtic showed their fight as Odsonne Edouard scored a penalty to equalise before racing clear late on to find the winner.
Celtic fans, players and staff enjoyed the celebrations, but shortly after the full time whistle, the Bhoys confirmed that Lennon has been handed the job on a full-time basis.
Lennon came in as interim boss after Brendan Rodgers’ exit in February, and has kept Celtic moving along, winning two titles in his second stint as Bhoys boss.
Some aren’t convinced by Lennon, especially after the dismal 2-0 defeat to Rangers earlier this month, but the Bhoys board have decided to hand him the reins on a full-time basis.
Now, Spurs ace Wanyama – who was signed by Lennon at Celtic – has admitted that he was cheering the Bhoys on against Hearts, and whilst he hasn’t spoken to Lennon yet, he’s pleased to see that he’s been appointed permanent manager again.
“Celtic is still like a family to me. It is still a home,” said Wanyama. “They gave me the platform on a big stage and I took it. I haven’t heard from him but I watched their game against Hearts in the Scottish Cup final on Saturday and I was cheering for them. I haven’t had a chance to speak to him but I am pleased to see him get the job,” he added.
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