Brendan Rodgers issues frank Celtic verdict as he names best winger at the club

Speaking before of Wednesday night’s Premiership match between Dundee and the Hoops, the manager

In 2024, James Forrest has not yet kicked a ball for Celtic. However, Brendan Rodgers maintains that the backup player is the team’s BEST winger.

Forrest, 32, a one-club man, has only made three starts this season as a result of falling down Parkhead’s hierarchy. Despite the Hoops’ difficulties in the wide areas, the seasoned attacker has recently found it difficult to even make the matchday squad. Luis Palma, Yang, and Nicolas Kuhn are still up for debate, and Daizen Maeda’s final result is far from ideal.

Forrest, an experienced player who was linked to a surprise transfer to Cardiff City in January, is still unable to have a look in, even though Israeli star Liel Abada is also absent due to personal matters. Forrest’s continuous absence has left some fans perplexed. He was last seen as an unutilized substitute away to Aberdeen at the beginning of February.

Boss Rodgers stated today that Forrest is available and healthy, but he also acknowledged that the 32-year-old, who is currently in his 15th season with his childhood team, is starting to see the effects of ageing.

“Yes, James is available,” he stated. He has been training and serving our club as a wonderful servant. I have a good feeling that he will play a part in these last few games.

“I believe that when it comes to our squad, we need to be intense and have a never-give-up attitude. However, his ability is unquestionable and never in doubt. He is, in my opinion, our best available winger in terms of ability. There isn’t any uncertainty.

However, as you become older, the intensity and regular running required to play the game becomes more difficult. However, there will undoubtedly come a time during these 11 games when he will be needed. He’s keeping himself prepared and training so well. He’s an elite practitioner. He takes care of his physical well-being and being himself every day, and he will play if it is necessary.”

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