In a move that displays loyalty to the club who nursed him back to health after a career threatening injury defender John Kennedy has penned a new three-year deal at Parkhead.
Whilst other players have decided that their injury prone talents belong elsewhere after receiving a Celtic pay check during lengthy lay-off big JFK has thanked the Club in the best manner, by signing a new deal
From the official site
CELTIC are delighted to announce that John Kennedy has signed a new three-year contract that will see the defender remain at the club until 2010.
Kennedy made his return to first-team action last weekend at Rugby Park after a three-year absence and he was outstanding in the 2-1 victory over Kilmarnock which secured a second consecutive title for Celtic.
After that game, manager Gordon Strachan described Kennedy’s return as "a fairytale," adding "it’s made the club feel really good about ourselves – winning the league and having John back."
Celtic Chief Executive Peter Lawwell said today: "This is tremendous news for the club. John has shown a real strength of character to overcome the injury problems which he has faced in recent years.
"His return to the first-team last weekend and his performance were real highlights on what was a memorable day for the club.
"John is most deserving of this new contract and we are delighted he will remain at the club and hopefully play his part in our future success."
Yours in Celtic
Clydebuilt