Nancy hails Celtic matchwinner Nygren having failed to lure him to MLS

Former Columbus Crew head coach Nancy said: "When I was in Columbus, I wanted to have him, so I know him really well. I know what he can do."

LOT TO LIKE: Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy applauds the fans after the William Hill Premiership match at the Home of the Set Fare Arena, Livingston. Pic: Steve Welsh/PA Wire

Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy revealed he tried to sign Benjamin Nygren for his previous club after the Swede hit a double in a 4-2 win over Livingston.

The summer arrival from Nordsjaelland took his season tally to 10 with a tap-in and a powerful curling effort in off the post from 16 yards.