Miku: 'I'm ready for a big year at Celtic'

Celtic forward Miku has claimed that he is now ready to establish himself at the club after a difficult start.

Celtic boss Neil Lennon has rarely started the Venezuelan in the SPL, but Miku now believes that he can make the step up.

The 27-year-old, who moved to Parkhead in the summer, has had to adapt to the physicality of Scottish football and struggled to earn a first-team place so far. However, Miku has said he can "take a leap" in his career while at the club.

"It's a season-long loan and I am happy that we are in the Champions League and we can win a title," said Miku.

"However, on a personal level, I was expecting this to be a big year for me and to take a leap in my career to a new level but I now feel I'm ready."

Miku joined the Scottish champions on a season-long loan from Spanish side Getafe in the summer.