McCourt: Celtic were the 'only option'
New Celtic recruit Pat McCourt has claimed he rejected the advances of “a few clubs” to join his boyhood idols.
The Hoops last night completed the signing of the winger from Derry City for an undisclosed fee.
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SUBSCRIBENew Celtic recruit Pat McCourt has claimed he rejected the advances of “a few clubs” to join his boyhood idols.
The Hoops last night completed the signing of the winger from Derry City for an undisclosed fee.
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