Kasper Signs: Brendan Rodgers’ Instant Reaction

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has expressed his delight at signing Danish goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel. Schmeichel, who this week inked a one-year deal, brings a wealth of experience and a winning mentality to the club.

Rodgers shared his thoughts on the new signing, highlighting Schmeichel’s qualities and the impact he is expected to have at Celtic.

“I am really pleased to bring Kasper to Celtic. He is a real quality keeper and someone with the ability and personality to be great for us,” Rodgers told Celticfc.com. The manager’s confidence in Schmeichel’s abilities stems from their successful stint together at Leicester City, where Schmeichel played a pivotal role in their FA Cup triumph.

“He is a guy I trust and someone who knows how to win. He lives for Football and he is coming to a club where he will feel the same passion that he has for the Game,” Rodgers added. This trust and mutual respect between Rodgers and Schmeichel are crucial as they aim to replicate their past successes at Celtic. Schmeichel’s passion for Football aligns perfectly with what this club and our fan base is all about.

Rodgers also emphasised the cultural fit and the welcoming environment at Celtic, stating, “I know he will feel right at home at Celtic and we look forward to working with him as we all aim for more success.”

The addition of Schmeichel strengthens Celtic’s goalkeeping options, following the recent acquisition of Viljami Sinisalo from Aston Villa. As the team prepares for the upcoming season, Rodgers’ comments reflect a shared ambition to achieve greater success. Kasper will be our number one going into the lions den of the Champions League.

With Schmeichel’s proven track record and Rodgers’ faith in his capabilities, Celtic fans can look forward to an exciting link up. The Dane is just weeks out from an impressive Euros 2024 campaign and you can feel his excitement about the challenge ahead. His own comments going viral earlier on Thursday.