Why managing director is happy with FIFA after Sebastian Tounekti’s move to Celtic

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Sebastian Tounekti is yet to make his Celtic debut but is still grabbing the headlines.

We told yesterday how Tounekti was tipped to become a very important player at Celtic by a Swedish football expert.

Tounekti was giving off Jota vibes after his Celtic move was completed as he spoke about how he loves to take on players, drive forward and never pass the ball backwards.

However, after his £5.2m move to Celtic was finalised, Tounekti’s transfer sparked off a FIFA payment that has left one Norwegian club’s managing director delighted this season.

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Tromsdalen managing director says Celtic are ‘perfect’ for Sebastian Tounekti

Norwegian club Tromsdalen managing director Thomas Heide has shared how he feels about Tounekti’s Celtic move and how the transfer deal leaves the second division club quids in.

Heide told The Scottish Sun, “This is the perfect move for Sebastian in so many ways. Personally, I love Glasgow. It’s one of my favourite cities in Europe and I have been many times.

“I know a really good curry house in the city centre and I look forward to returning there after watching Sebastian play for Celtic.

“For Tromsdalen, the transfer is also a help because we are due a payment through the FIFA rules.

“I don’t know how much that will be but every bit of finance helps and we will welcome it.

“It could take a couple of years to arrive because it has to be worked out and routed through FIFA but we know it is in the post!

“However, my real happiness for the move comes for Sebastian himself and everyone at the club is proud to see him progress and join a massive worldwide name like Celtic.”

What Sebastian Tounekti said about his move to Celtic

For Tounekti, the move to Celtic is the biggest of his career and the Tunisian winger can’t wait to showcase his skills.

Tounekti said of his skills, “I’m a typical dribbler and like to attack. I don’t like to pass back when I have the chance to attack.

“If it’s one or two players, I like to take on players and try to make something happen and, of course, try to produce goals and assist because at the end of the day it’s about winning games.

“So yeah, I’m looking forward to helping the team.”

With Kilmarnock up next for Celtic, Tounekti will get the chance to show what he can do on Sunday as the Scottish champions take on the Ayrshire club.