Breaking:Mikey Johnston opens up on Celtic frustration that prompted January switch
Celtic winger Mikey Johnston has explained the reason behind his January departure from the club. The Irish Internationalist joined West Bromwich Albion on a loan until the end of the season that was designed to get him game time.
It’s a huge task in a competitive, large league that’s unlike anything I’ve ever done, but I think I have the skills to handle it. It does not seem to be a regression. It is yet another enormous team in a top division.
Johnston had made 92 appearances for Celtic, contributing 12 assists and 13 goals. When talking about Johnston, Celtics supporters will undoubtedly use the word frustrating. Unfairly, the Irishman gets flak for being a homegrown talent who hasn’t exactly been kicked on.
Johnston should be successful in his new endeavor and able to rejoin the Scottish Champions in a stronger position. Although he is undoubtedly a gifted player, he must play every week to
“It was important for me to get out of Celtic to be honest and when West Brom came up, it was a great opportunity. We want to make the play-offs, those are the big occasions I want to play in.
“The pressure at Celtic’s massive. I don’t think people realise how big the pressure is. It’s something I’ve been exposed to from a young age and it’s definitely something I’m looking forward to – I need the pressure to perform.
It’s a huge task in a competitive, large league that’s unlike anything I’ve ever done, but I think I have the skills to handle it. It does not seem to be a regression. It is yet another enormous team in a top division.
Johnston had made 92 appearances for Celtic, contributing 12 assists and 13 goals. When talking about Johnston, Celtics supporters will undoubtedly use the word frustrating. Unfairly, the Irishman gets flak for being a homegrown talent who hasn’t exactly been kicked on.
Johnston should be successful in his new endeavor and able to rejoin the Scottish Champions in a stronger position. Although he is undoubtedly a gifted player, he must play every week to
