Nigeria international; Efe Ambrose has signed a three-year deal with Celtic.
Ambrose, a 23-year-old defender, joins Celtic after a three-year spell with Israeli side FC Ashdod.
Efe said on the official website of his new club that it has been a long day, but it has been worth it and today is one of the happiest days of his life as he signed for one of the biggest clubs in the world, a club he has known about since he was a young man.
He said he can’t just wait to get started, to play in front of the fans, he said he would like to thank God for everything, the manager and directors of Celtic, who placed their trust and confidence in him.
Efe said the move to Israel really opened the door for him and gave him his opportunity.
He also thanked the coaches and directors at FC Ashdod, his agent Dudu Dahan and his colleagues and fans.
Ambrose can play anywhere across the back line or in midfield and he said: “I am the kind of player who plays where it is of benefit to the team.
Celtic confirmed their place in the Champions’ League group stage this week with a victory over Helsingborgs and Ambrose is delighted to be facing some of the finest sides in Europe.
