“It was pure madness for me to have left Celtic…” Former Celtic Player DEEPLY REGRETS Leaving Parkhead as He Reveals WHY He Should Have Stayed

Ramon Vega’s Celtic Regret: Former Switzerland International Admits He Should Have Stayed at Parkhead

Ramon Vega, the former Switzerland international, has spoken candidly about his time at Celtic, admitting that he regrets leaving the Glasgow giants. In an interview with Blick, Vega reflected on his six-month loan spell at Celtic from December 2000 to June 2001, during which he made 26 appearances and scored four goals.

Vega’s time at Celtic was marked by significant success, including a title-winning season, an SFA Cup triumph, and memorable victories over Rangers. The former Tottenham and Watford player has fond memories of his time at Parkhead, describing the atmosphere as “pure Scottish madness.”

“It was pure Scottish madness,” Vega said. “We played against Liverpool twice. First at Anfield Road. 45,000 fans came to see the old ones. The majority were Celtic fans. And they were louder than those of the Reds. You’ll still get goosebumps long after your career is over. Incredible!”

Vega’s experiences at Celtic Park left an indelible mark on him, and he still recalls the electrifying atmosphere that greeted him every time he stepped onto the pitch. “From the second you walk into Celtic Park you get goosebumps,” he said. “The highlight is when the team forms a circle just before kick-off, the players push each other, and the coach says the last words. It’s as quiet as a mouse. When the circle dissipates, an eruption occurs. The fans become deafeningly loud. All the energy of this stadium literally flows into your body at this moment!”

Despite his fond memories of Celtic, Vega acknowledges that he made a mistake by leaving the club. “But actually, I should have stayed at Celtic longer, because the Scots really wanted me after my injury ended, and that was still the case after six months,” he said.

Vega’s decision to leave Celtic was influenced by the opportunity to join Watford, where he was reunited with his friend Gianluca Vialli. However, he only spent a year with the Hornets before moving to US Créteil-L in France, where he eventually retired in 2003.

In hindsight, Vega regrets not staying at Celtic, where he had established himself as a fan favorite. His experiences at Parkhead had a profound impact on him, and he still looks back on his time at the club with great affection.

Vega’s story serves as a reminder that, in football, decisions can have far-reaching consequences. While he may have had his reasons for leaving Celtic, it is clear that he has always cherished the memories of his time at the club. As he looks back on his career, Vega’s regret at leaving Celtic is a testament to the enduring power of the club’s spirit and the passion of its fans.