Brendan Rodgers has warned Kyogo that he cannot afford to dwell on the past at a team the calibre of Celtic. Rodgers highlighted the predicament that Leigh Griffiths found himself in during the manager’s first season at Celtic in the 2016–17 campaign.
By doing this, the Celtic boss has sent a challenge to the Japanese striker, asking him to regain his form for the last stretch of the season. Kyogo may have to do that from the bench going forward, as Adam Idah—who has five goals since joining at the conclusion of the January transfer window—seems to be the manager’s first choice.
“Leigh Griffiths had scored 40 goals the previous season in my first spell here,” Aaron Rodgers said to the printed mainstream press prior to today’s Scottish Premiership game versus Hearts at Tynecastle, as reported by the Daily Record.
“It was impossible for anyone to imagine him out of Celtic’s starting lineup.” But in my opinion, the team—not a single player—is always what matters. This implies that Kyogo needs to take the initiative as well.
“He plays such a significant part in this. For two years, he was fantastic, but I wasn’t around. I can only make judgements based on what I can now observe, and Celtic needs to be a place where someone can step in if performances aren’t happening. Even the largest clubs need rivalry. You suffer if you don’t have it. However, Kyogo continues to be a vital member of our team.
As Mark Lawwell and company left the team after failing to impress the Irishman with their January target list, Rodgers also utilised HIS call to recruit Adam Idah as a future marker. Instead, Rodgers chose to sign Idah, and in spite of the immediate backlash, it’s turned out to be a wise choice that might significantly affect Celtic’s championship run.Rodgers, didn’t miss the opportunity to point out that he does indeed have an eye for a player, something that he doesn’t get too much credit for around Paradise.
“Perhaps a moment will arrive when I earn your trust,” he remarked.”And perhaps I know what I’m doing.” Adam was a latecomer to our team. When I called his agency, she suggested there was a chance.
“As a young athlete, I liked him, and the agent knew it. I was thrilled when he was free. A player occasionally only requires a shift in scenery. The negativity about Adam being third choice striker at Norwich? For me, that wasn’t the case. I know that the potential is there with him.
“At 23 years old, he has everything to be a really top striker. Part of my strength is helping players develop and improve. He’s come in and really enjoyed it. He gives our team a presence.
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