The first time working with Brendan was a real eye opener in terms of detail and organisation, how to prepare to be the very best. He added: "Sticking around here, there’s a new challenge and new manager around the corner I feel I’m going to learn from. Kennedy is still close with Postecoglou and he’s convinced the Aussie will cut it in the Premier League. Brendan Rodgers labels Celtic draw with Wolves as 'perfect workout' for season opener.Celtic to face Kilmarnock while Rangers drawn with Morton in Viaplay Cup last 16.I’m very comfortable in the decision I’ve made and I’m really looking forward to what’s ahead." Read More Related Articles "But the right decision is the one I’ve made, staying here with Brendan. Listen, any decision you have to involve your family and a number of things. "But the next period is one I’m looking forward to and hopefully having more success again. I’ve been fortunate in that I’ve now worked with so many. "I’m really happy to be in the position I’m in – it’s an opportunity for me again to work with a top manager. I had a great relationship with Brendan and now he’s back and we’re working very closely together again. I have a great relationship with Ange, I still have. I spoke to the club about this and we kind of made the decision that we’d work together and try to progress things from where it’s been. "I had a great working relationship with him. In his time away we always stayed in touch and occasionally met for dinner. "From then on, knowing Brendan really well, we had a really good discussion around things and talked about what he wanted to move things forward. Then quickly after that things started happening with Brendan. It was about being patient and seeing how things panned out. "There was a lack of clarity on one side. At that time Celtic didn’t have a clear indication on who was going go be the next manager. "When it first happened I had a conversion with Ange about it. Things moved very quickly with Ange deciding to move on. It was an open conversation throughout that time. He said: "It wasn’t so much the decision was made for me. Kennedy eventually opted to remain and hook up with the Irishman again – and he’s convinced Rodgers can bring more glory and help him on his path towards one day moving into management on his own. Sign up to our sport newsletter here to receive the latest football news direct to your inbox READ MORE: Celtic valued at £90m as Hoops among top 50 clubs in the world The Hoops No.2 admitted he had a tough dilemma over the summer for former boss Postecoglou wanting to take him to London and incoming gaffer Rodgers desperate to keep him at Parkhead. It's the second time the two will work together having enjoyed trophy success aplenty in Rodgers' first stint, and Kennedy reckons an "evolved" Rodgers has the club ready to give it their all in the title race, writes Record Sport. John Kennedy has insisted he has no regrets over staying put at Celtic with the returning Brendan Rodgers rather than following Ange Postecoglou to Spurs.
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