Niall McGinn is determined to ensure that the wide-right position is one that Celtic`s new manager will not be looking to bolster before the new season begins.
The Parkhead club continue their search for Tony Mowbray's successor with Neil Lennon waiting to see if his record during his time as interim boss will get him the nod. But McGinn told Press Association Sport that he is looking to pin down his position - regardless of who comes in.
"We have to be back on July 1 and hopefully by then we will know who the manager is, who our new signings are and which players have gone," the Northern Ireland international said.
McGinn continued: "I pushed into the team last season and made a name for myself so my main aim next season is to hold down a place and play week-in, week-out.
"I think I have gained enough experience last year to do that. I have a lot to improve upon but I played in Europe and scored a few goals.
"It's just a waiting game for the players just now to see whether Lenny keeps the job or not.
"He has served the club well, he has enough passion for it and he could do a great job if he got the opportunity to be the manager next season.
"He seems to be keen on me but if he stays I will need to keep impressing him.
"However, if there is a change of manager, it would be nice if he knows a bit about me and is also keen on me.
"But when any new manager comes in you have to impress them as soon as they come in and hopefully I will get the chance to do that, whether it is in games or in training."
Source: PA
