Nakamura signing a real boost: Lennon

CELTIC captain Neil Lennon has welcomed the signing of Japan star Shunsuke Nakamura as the morale boost the Hoops were looking for as they prepare for the first leg of their Champions League qualifier against Artmedia Bratislava.

After days of speculation, the midfielder has signed a three-year deal subject to a medical and a successful application for a work permit, both of which are expected to be formalities.

Nakamura missed the trip to Slovakia and will also be ineligible for the return leg but Lennon waxed lyrical about the latest addition to Celtic’s squad.