Crosas lines up Russian switch

18 February 2011 18:30

Marc Crosas is set to complete a move from Celtic to newly-promoted top-flight Russian side FC Volga.

The former Barcelona midfielder has left for Russia and his transfer is just awaiting the final paperwork. The Catalan player revealed his dilemma in a letter to Celtic fans, which was published on the club's official website.

He wrote: "Everything here at Celtic is fantastic, but another club is calling me with the possibility to have the minutes that I need. My job is to play football, and as much as I love this club, I need to play."

The 23-year-old signed for Celtic in 2008 and made 52 appearances, with his one goal a spectacular long-range effort in a 7-0 victory over St Mirren at Parkhead.

Crosas found himself out of favour this season under Neil Lennon and admitted he had to move for the sake of his career.

He added: "Being a part of the Celtic family has been great and Celtic will always remain in my heart.

"After my time here I have came to understand why the Celtic supporters are well known all around the world and why this club is so special.

"There will always be a big space for all my fantastic memories here, the good moments when I was playing and even the bad ones.

"Marc Crosas is moving to another place, but a big part of his heart will remain here."

Source: PA