Celtic have confirmed the signing of Denmark international midfielder Oliver Abildgaard on loan from Russian club Rubin Kazan.

The 26-year-old joins until the end of the 2022-23 season while it is unknown whether the Hoops have a purchase option.

He will wear the number 28 jersey at the club, following on from Luca Connell and fellow Dane Erik Sviatchenko in recent seasons.

Here is some of what the new man had to say after being unveiled...

On his own skillset

"My main strength is as a holding midfielder and I’ll do whatever the manager and the coaching staff will require from me. 

"Due to my physique I'm very strong, I will win my duels. I'm able to be the link between the defenders and the attacking players."

On his Celtic connections

"My uncle is a huge fan. My granddad lives in Aberdeen and is also a Celtic fan.

"I’ve been following the highlights recently, ever since I heard about the interest, and I’ve also been keeping my eye on Carl Starfelt as well ever since he moved here a year ago.

“He’s been amazed by the club ever since he came here, and the life in Glasgow as well. He’s enjoying it very much and he’s only told me good things about it.”

On the club and fanbase

“This is a day I’ve been very much looking forward to ever since I heard the possibility of coming here

"At all times it would be perfect to come here but, of course, with these big games coming up I’m really looking forward to feeling the atmosphere - not only in the stadium but also in the city.

“I’ve only heard very good things about the fans and the culture at the club. It goes without saying how big the fanbase and I’m just looking forward to being part of it.”