Gordon Strachan issues some helpful words of wisdom for Norwich City striker Adam Idah ahead of any move back to Celtic this month…
Former Celtic manager Gordon Strachan reckons that Adam Idah’s destiny is in his own hands and he urged him to use Matt O’Riley as an example for what he can achieve at Celtic, assuming of course that the transfer roadblock down at Norwich is eventually removed at some point this month.
“I thought Idah performed well last season. He’s got talent, he’s got strength. But then he’s got to say to himself, am I happy with that or can I do more? Do I want to become a top, top player,” Gordon Strachan, speaking to Top Offshore Casinos, said.
“That’s where his career is now. It’s decision time. Is he happy with what he can do, or does he want to put the work in and develop into something a bit special?
Idah wasn’t getting a game at Norwich
“He wasn’t getting a game at Norwich last season. There has to be question marks about your attitude if that’s the case. He needs to look at the question marks and eradicate them. It’s easy to pick up a label as a player. Sometimes they are right, sometimes they are wrong. Your ability will be questioned throughout your career; mentally, physical, technical ability. If he re-signs, he’s got the opportunity to put some of those doubts to bed, but Celtic Football Club will test all of those things, don’t worry about that!
“He has the tools to be a top player. If you have the tools to be a top player, then your career development is on you. It’s not down to the coaches to put an arm around you, and when you hear that, it basically means the player needs a kick up the backside. I’ve heard that so many times from players that didn’t fulfill their promise – they blame everyone else.
Idah’s destiny is in his own hands
“Idah’s destiny is in his own hands. If you’re looking for a player that has made the most of the opportunities that he’s been given and worked tirelessly, then Matt O’Riley is your man. He’s the perfect example. He comes to Celtic from MK Dons and grabbed the opportunity. He came as an unknown player, and over the last few years he’s developed into an unbelievable player. That’s the path that I would like to see Idah follow if he joins the club.”
