If Victor Wanyama was ever to return to Scotland it would be to Celtic.
That was always the thought process regarding the former £12.5million Southampton and Spurs star.
Wanyama, 33, enjoyed two years at Celtic Park before becoming one of the club’s all-time highest transfer sales when he moved to the Premier League at St Mary’s in 2013.
Fast-forward 12 years and Wanyama has just joined Dunfermline in the Scottish Championship.
Victor Wanyama ‘couldn’t resist’ a Neil Lennon reunion at Dunfermline
He still has gas left in the tank so the obvious question would be why did he choose to join Neil Lennon at East End Park?
“I got the call from Neil Lennon and the way he wanted me to come and help, I couldn’t resist,” he told Sky Sports News.
“I also spoke with the owner and he’s very ambitious. I decided to come down and have this challenge.
“Neil has a serious side and he’s always been there for me to help outside of football. Once I got the call I knew I couldn’t resist because he’s someone who has played a big role in my career.”
Wanyama on the prospect of facing ex-Celtic captain Scott Brown
Wanyama and Lennon could come face to face this weekend with former Celtic captain Scott Brown.
Lennon has already issued a Brown demand before the trip to Somerset Park but his first Pars signing is also eyeing a nice reunion with his old captain.
“Scott is a great guy and also he’s been doing well as a manager,” he added.
“So I’m looking forward to going against his team as well, it’ll be good. A bit like a fairytale but I’m looking forward to it.
“Scott was a leader and an example to me. He led in a good way and I’m always proud of him, I respect him and he’s shown us the way. He doesn’t get the respect he deserved but I hold him high as a player and now a manager.”
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