Sheridan wants bigger role at Celtic

31 May 2010 11:38

Cillian Sheridan insists he wants to stay and fight for his place at Celtic.

Republic of Ireland striker Sheridan has spent the last 16 months on loan at Motherwell, Plymouth and St Johnstone. The 21-year-old has been linked with another temporary transfer to Hearts but is not giving up on making an impression under a new manager at Parkhead next season.

Sheridan, who earned his first two caps for his country against Paraguay and Algeria last week, said in the Scottish Sun: "Ideally, what I want to do is go back and play for Celtic."

He added: "I want to play a bigger part, but it's up to me to perform in training.

"It's a big year for me. I'm back to where I was at this stage last season. I had a year left on my deal then too and I needed to get out and play. The only difference now is I've a couple of international caps.

"I am definitely more confident. I was only an Under-21 player before, but now I have full caps. I need to do well in pre-season. I know I'll be under more pressure than ever. People will expect more from me.

"It's a year since I've been at Celtic, but being away made me a better player."

Source: PA