Irish Internationalist, Adam Idah took part in his first Celtic Park press conference today (Thursday) since returning to the Hoops from Norwich City. The 23-year-old was a hit with the fans during his half-season loan spell last term, and his return on a five-year deal has seen him reclaim the No.9 Celtic shirt he wore with great success as the Hoops raced to a league and Scottish Cup Double. Speaking today, the striker said: “When I came here the first time, the love and support I got from everyone was amazing, and for me to feel that connections with everyone was really important to me. “And obviously in terms of that connection I had with the fans, the staff and the players, that helped me out on the pitch. ‘For me to develop my career and if I want to do the best in my career, this is the right club for me.’ “It was so comfortable coming the first time, the lads welcoming me and speaking with Brendan and all the staff, the fans and how they treated me, it was almost the easiest transition ever. “I settled in quite quickly and then playing the games, scoring goals – it was amazing.” His nine Celtic goals came amid seven starts and 12 sub appearances last term, but Idah isn’t concerned about whether he’s on the pitch for the kick-off or the final whistle. He said: “I’m here to play games regardless of whether if I’m starting or coming off the bench. The mentality here in this group is unbelievable and everyone wants to win. “It doesn’t matter who’s playing or who’s starting, everyone supports each other and it will be the exact same this season. “It’s not about how many games I’m going to start for me, it’s about winning games and scoring goals.”The Irishman, of course, isn’t the only loan Celt to return on a permanent move, the other being Paulo Bernardo. And both linked up to seal the Double in the last minute of the Scottish Cup final against Rangers when Idah pounced to score when the Portuguese midfielder’s shot was parried by the keeper. Idah said: “It was unbelievable, probably the greatest moment I’ve had in my career. ‘It’s quite hard to describe that feeling. When you see the ball going in the back of the net it was unbelievable.’ “It was obviously a great time but I’m going to have to put that past me now and focus on this season.” This season delivers UEFA Champions League football to Paradise once more, and the centre-forward added: “I think every young boy and every footballer wants to play in the Champions League. “It’s the lead level of football and for me now to have that opportunity is unbelievable and I can’t wait to get going. “We’re going to be playing against top, top teams, but I’ve played international football and played at the top level before. “Obviously it’s a new challenge for me, but I like a new challenge and I’m looking forward to it.” It was a renewed self-confidence that helped Idah deliver so many vital goals last season, and he’s looking forward to more this term. He said: “I’m quite confident. The timing of the goals I scored last season was unbelievable, but, for me, the main target is to score as many goals as I can, regardless of what time it is, and my self-confidence is huge. “I’ve said previously that when I was at Norwich I probably didn’t have that belief, that drive to get going, and since coming to Celtic in January it really boosted me. “I think people could tell the difference in me from Norwich and when I was at Celtic with that self-confidence, so I think that’s really important.” Watch the full video to hear Adam Idah on: The summer transfer details His time at Norwich How the Celtic fans helped him settle Improving as a player under Brendan Rodgers Finding out about his transfer
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