Youssouf Mulumbu’s one big Celtic regret

Youssouf Mulumbu has admitted that he regrets leaving Celtic so soon. The former DR Congo international signed from Kilmarnock back in 2018 after several impressive displays for the Ayrshire side.

As reported by Glasgow Times, Mulumbu said: “

“Celtic already had established midfield leaders, Scott Brown, Callum McGregor, and Nir Bitton. Forcing my way into that starting lineup was difficult.

“We had dropped into the Europa League after missing out on Champions League qualification, but Brendan Rodgers already had a settled tactical structure and preferred starting eleven. It was tough to break through, but playing at Celtic Park in front of those passionate fans was a special experience.

“In hindsight, I feel I could and should have done more to secure regular minutes. Looking back, I should have shown more patience.

“Instead of asking to go out on loan the moment I wasn’t starting, I should have stayed, fought for my place in training, and waited for my opportunity. With hindsight, had I stayed put, I would have played far more games for Celtic.”

The former West Brom player also revealed that he had the change to sign for the Rangers, and was in negotiations with the Ibrox club only for Brendan Rodgers to intervene and persuade him to come to Celtic park.

He explained what happened: “Football is crazy. I’ll tell you the story of how I signed for Celtic. I was actually in advanced negotiations with (the) Rangers.

“We were finalising the contract when negotiations suddenly stalled out of nowhere. I returned to France and, out of the blue, Brendan Rodgers called me personally. He spoke to me at length about the club and how he planned to integrate me.

“Looking back, I should have shown more patience. Instead of asking to go out on loan the moment I wasn’t starting, I should have stayed, fought for my place in training and waited for my opportunity. With hindsight, had I stayed put, I would have played far more games for Celtic.”

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