Newcastle Utd superstar Alexander Isak stunned by ‘fearless' Celtic target
NEWCASTLE UNITED superstar Alexander Isak reckons 'fearless' Benjamin Nygren will be a top star with his Swedish international teammate set for a move to Celtic.
We were first to tell you how the Hoops are on the brink of wrapping up a £1.7 million cut-price transfer for the FC Nordsjaelland winger.
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Benjamin Nygren of Sweden with a chance vs Northern Ireland
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Alexander Isak Of Newcastle United
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Nygren has enjoyed an outstanding season for his club and he was rewarded earlier this year when the 23-year-old was called up by Sweden for the first time.
He played against Luxembourg and Northern Ireland and was up front with St James' Park hero Isak, where he opened his international account with a goal against the Irish.
And Isak was full of praise for the new boy.
He said: "It was very good to play with Benjamin. I really enjoyed it.
"It's clear he is a fearless player who has a lot of confidence.
"Playing with a winger like that who is able to provide good crosses can only be beneficial for someone like me.
"I think he did incredibly well in the two games and it was a nice boost for him that he was also able to score his goal too."
Meanwhile, Nygren gave a strong hint last month about why he has opted for Celtic over other options in Europe by insisting he is desperate to play in the Champions League.
He said: "The last two years I have shown that I have taken the next step in my career, become a regular starter and I feel I have delivered at a high level for a long time.
"I have developed a lot - not only on the tactical levels, but also as a player on the pitch and as a leader.
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"I am 23 years old and a captain already, which says a lot. My leadership skills are something that I have developed greatly.
"I have always seen myself as someone who wants to lead and wants to show others and set a good example both on and off the field.
"Playing in the Europa Conference League where I scored a hat-trick against Fenerbahce, was a big boost to my confidence and my dream is to play in the Champions League.
"I make no secret of the fact that I have high ambitions and want to play in the best leagues and play in the Champions League.
"And if you want to play in the biggest tournaments, you probably have to take the move forward from here."
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