Columbus Crew Manager’s Praise of Diego Rossi Fuels Celtic Transfer Speculation
Columbus, OH – Columbus Crew manager Wilfried nancy publicly lauded Diego Rossi’s work ethic and character following a recent match, comments that amplify existing speculation linking the 27-year-old forward with a potential transfer to Celtic. Nancy‘s strong endorsement comes as Rossi himself indicated openness to a future move to Europe.
Rossi recently rejoined the Crew after a stint abroad, contributing to their MLS Cup and Leagues Cup victories. Despite missing a penalty in a recent game, Nancy emphatically defended the player, stating, “He was so sad (after his missed penalty). For me, I don’t believe in luck. He has the best work ethic on the team. I’m really happy for him because he deserved it tonight.”
The uruguayan international is a popular figure with the Columbus Crew fanbase, but has hinted at a desire to explore opportunities elsewhere.when asked about a possible return to Europe, Rossi stated, “I returned to a team that won MLS Cup, Leagues Cup. It was a great way to come back to the league.I continue to learn, continue to work hard, and right now I’m really enjoying my football. Regarding Europe, I’m here right now, and we’ll see what happens in the future.”
These statements,combined with Nancy’s public backing,position Rossi as a potentially attractive target for clubs like Celtic,who are consistently seeking to bolster their attacking options.