Martin O’Neill talks up winger as Celtic look to replace Yang

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has praised winger Seb Tounekti ahead of their upcoming match against St Johnstone. The manager spoke highly of the 24-year-old's ability, noting that he can operate effectively around the edge of the penalty box and has the capacity to go both ways. O'Neill emphasized that it is crucial for wingers to maintain their focus, even when they occasionally lose possession.

He also highlighted that Tounekti missed a scoring opportunity during a recent match and encouraged him to keep pushing forward. This presents an opportunity for the winger to step up and capitalize on his moment as Yang departs for international duty with South Korea. In the past season, Tounekti contributed significantly with 53 appearances, scoring 6 goals and providing 4 assists, although he occasionally failed to find the back of the net.

While the manager acknowledges the frustration that staff and supporters may feel due to Tounekti's occasional misses, he firmly believes that he has immense potential to become a valuable asset for Celtic. The manager's remarks indicate that the timing is right for Tounekti to seize this chance and make his mark at the club, particularly with the arrival of new forward Jota in good form.