Mexican stand off

15 July 2011 17:35
Efrain Juarez wants to stay Neil Lennon will be pestered by Efrain Juarez to give him a second chance to prove his worth to Celtic. The Mexican moved to Parkhead from Pumas for £3million last summer, after showing in the 2010 World Cup that he could have something to offer. However, he struggled to settle in the SPL and made just a handful of starts in the league. There was a chance that Brescia would have taken him on loan in January, and reports of an imminent exit have resurfaced since the summer transfer window opened. A return to his homeland has been touted, while Primera Liga side Real Zaragoza are also reported to be keen.Juarez, though, is confident that he can make a positive impression on Scottish football and has urged Lennon to offer him another opportunity to stake a claim for a regular role. He said: "I want to stay at Celtic if I can get more minutes on the park this season. I report back to the club on Monday and I'll speak to the boss then."

Source: FOOTYMAD