RYAN CHRISTIE has backed Ange Postecoglou to lead Celtic to sustained success.
The Scotland star spent the summer working under the Hoops’ new Aussie coach prior to his Bournemouth move.
Christie, who won six major honours in his Parkhead career, insists Postecoglou can bring back silverware.
Asked if he has been impressed by Celtic’s progress, he said: “Yes, definitely. Before I left I was able to get a wee taste of Ange’s training.
“I tried to be quite vocal about how much I enjoyed it and how good he was.
“The longer he stays in the job, the more successful Celtic will be.
“They have had some good results and performances, and some good results in Europe as well, to keep them in the hunt.
“I’m keeping an eye out for all the boys I am pally with up the road and hoping they do well.”
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Christie reckons Postecoglou will continue to get the best out of ever-present David Turnbull.
He added: “Dave has been quality ever since he stepped into the Celtic side.
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“He is now one of the first names on the team sheet, which is a credit to him.
“When he came into the squad last season, we were struggling a bit and he seemed to be the only shining light. I am buzzing for him.
“With the injury setback he had earlier in his career, he has done so well to bounce back and show his talent.”
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Meanwhile, Scotland managerSteve Clarke has handed Celtic right-back Tony Ralston a World Cup call-up.
Clarke has added the in-form Hoops defender to his squad for the vital visit of Denmark as a replacement for suspended Rangers kid Nathan Patterson.
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