Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has revealed Neil Lennon’s role in his return to Scotland.
The combative midfielder, who has been a free agent since leaving Montreal Impact in January this year, returned to Scotland earlier in the week with Dunfermline Athletic signing him on a short-term basis until the end of the season.
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Speaking to Sky Sports during his unveiling, Wanyama revealed that Lennon, who was his manager at Celtic, played a huge role in convincing him to return to a country he described as warm.
“I got a call from Neil Lennon and the way he wanted me to come down here was something I couldn’t resist. I spoke to the owner too, and he was very ambitious,” Wanyama said. “He (Lennon) has always been there for me, trying to help me even outside football, and I couldn’t resist. He played a huge role in my career and made me the player I am today.”
The former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder admitted that he had a plan to return to the country due to its warm nature.
“That was a plan I had and I’m glad that it has happened. I’ll always love Scotland and Scottish people. Nice people, warm people and always welcoming,” he added.
Wanyama, who has been handed jersey 44 by the club, will be hoping that he can make his debut when his team travels to Ayr tomorrow in the Scottish Championship.
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