At this time of the season, the very mention of who could be Celtic’s Player of the Year causes great debate among the fans. And to be fair, the team have been playing so well that conversation has been going on for months.
We could rhyme off a number of names to be honest. From Cameron Carter-Vickers, Callum McGregor or even Reo Hatate, the whole squad has played their part in this incredible season so far.
So when the question was put to Greg Taylor that he could be in the running for the award, the international defender’s response was one of class and humility.
Taylor said, [Football Scotland], “I didn’t know I was a candidate.
“It’s a massive compliment to be spoken about and it’s nice when the plaudits come along.
“But I know how quickly things can change if you don’t cut the mustard. I just keep trying to improve and focus on finishing the season strongly.
“The awards tend to go to the goal scorers anyway.
“There are several candidates from this team. It says a lot and that’s a credit to the players themselves.
“Everyone has played their role in the team and everyone plays their part. We know we wouldn’t be as successful if everyone didn’t give themselves over to the team.
“Look at Kyogo. You see him running all the way back to his own goal to defend, and these things don’t go unnoticed. It’s unbelievable.
“But that is what it’s like throughout the squad, everyone wants to help one another. It’s a great thing to have.”
Taylor has been playing out of his skin this season for Celtic. Whether he believes it or not, he is a name that constantly pops up whenever this discussion is had.
Solid defensively, Taylor has barely put a foot wrong all season. With three goals and three assists to his name he has also shown to be a threat in the attacking third for Celtic.
If he did win it, I’m sure there wouldn’t be many Celtic fans that would argue against it.
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