Celtic Transfers: 4 Key Reasons Why Celtic Have Signed Stefan Johansen

4. He's A Self-Proclaimed "Possession Player"

Now, we can only take his word for it thus far, as videos only show highlights like assists and goals that Johansen has scored, but Carew's assessment of the player does go some way to suggesting what Celtic fans can expect from their new recruit, Ever since Wanyama left, Celtic have been craving a player with the same level headedness as the young Kenyan. Wanyama had to ability to control the speed of the match, and the fact that Johansen describes himself as a possession player would also fit this attribute. He was the focal point of Stromsgodset's midfield, and the fact that their focal midfielder stood in a more defensive position is a hint that possession and speed control were important to his, and their, success. I'm clearly just speculating this; after looking at footage of him it looks like he may actually provide more attacking momentum for Celtic than what the above suggests, but signing a player who knows the importance of possession and safe passing is definitely a step in the right direction.