Jozo Simunovic is finally set to sign with new club

Jozo Simunovic has finally managed to find a new club after being let go off by Celtic after five trophy laden seasons at Parkhead.

Jozo Simunovic might no longer be a Celtic player but it is safe to say that most Celtic fans hope for the best for the Croatian’s future. The 26-year-old spent five seasons at Parkhead, winning 11 trophies during that time. And although continuous injuries meant that he could not feature much for the Hoops in his final few seasons at the club, he will always be fondly remembered by the supporters.

After all, who can forget his tackle on then Rangers captain Kenny Miller? Or his emotional goal against Kilmarnock just days after the death of Billy McNeill, wearing the same number 5 jersey that the Lisbon Lions’ captain had made famous. Simunovic clearly had some great moments in a Celtic jersey.

The club though decided against extending his contract this summer after it had become clear that his chances of being a first-team regular at Celtic were minute as a result of his constant injuries. Judging by his past comments though, Simunovic clearly wanted to be a part of the 10IAR season and was bitterly disappointed when he was let go. As reported by the Daily Record he said:

"“It’s a bit weird as I was at Celtic for five years and was a good part of the success. My wish was to stay for one more year minimum, as we have a good chance to do something historic.“To win ten in a row would be a great achievement and I’d remember it for the rest of my life. Was I surprised to leave? I need to look at the whole situation in football right now and everything isn’t great with Covid-19.“It was the club’s decision and I need to accept it. They are looking at everything as a business. What can I do? Of course I can say I am angry and sad that I am not at Celtic for next season.“But I cannot change that. It’s the club’s decision and I need to respect it. It won’t spoil the way I look back at my Celtic career. I am still very happy and proud.”"

The Croatian has been looking for a new club since then and appears to have found it in the form of Turkish side Trabzonspor according to reports in the Daily Record. Trabzonspor conceded 42 goals in the Turkish Super Lig last season, the worst defensive record in the top six. And they see Simunovic as the solution to their woes.

Jozo is someone who clearly loved the club and we can only wish him the best of luck in this next chapter of his career. Celtic on the other hand have their own defensive worries at the moment and are hopefully working on bringing in some solid players in this transfer window to fix their problems at the back.