“you don’t know what you are saying” English retired footballer Jermaine Pennant reacts and blast down Jason Cundy’s verdict on Celtic iconic star Virgil van Dijk

Over the years, Celtic has had a number of iconic players who have worn the green and white Hoops.

Celtic fans have been treated to the spectacle of Henrik Larsson, Paul Lambert, Chris Sutton, John Hartson, and Lubomir Moravcik at Celtic Park since 2000.

Another hero that supporters will cherish for a long time is Shunsuke Nakamura, who provided unforgettable experiences such as the Man United Champions League victory at Celtic Park.

Nevertheless, it was during Neil Lennon’s tenure at Celtic in 2013 that another Hoops hero was created, and Jermaine Pennant was compelled to defend him from the inane ramblings of talkSPORT motormouth Jason Cundy.

Virgil van Dijk, the Celtic icon, is not the same as John Terry.

Indeed, this was Cundy’s assessment of Celtic icon Virgil van Dijk. The man who has won numerous titles at Liverpool, including the Champions League and FIFA Club World Cup, in addition to silverware in Scotland.

This defender was selected as the world’s top defender for the fourth consecutive year by FIFPRO in 2024.

However, this talk show presenter, who is known for his loudmouthed nature, believes that the former Celtic player is not superior to John Terry.

Cundy stated on talkSPORT, “I will concur with you, correct?” Van Dijk is frequently referred to as the most exceptional defender in the history of this nation. Nonsense. It is of inferior quality.

“I apologize.” For the simple reason that he is an exceptional center-back. He is not John Terry. He is not Rio [Ferdinand].

Pennant: “What do you mean?” He is improved! Therefore, you are informing me that you would prefer to face Virgil van Dijk or John Terry in a one-on-one confrontation.

“They will refer to JT throughout the day.”

Cundy: “I’m not having it, mate.” I am not amenable to it. I have previously expressed this sentiment. For many years, I have maintained this assertion; however, I have been subjected to severe criticism as a result.

Pennant: “Consequently, you should be executed for it, as it is an entirely unworthy argument.”

“He had one game, an off day [against Crystal Palace], and one game out of 10 seasons or eight seasons at Liverpool. Are you both laughing?”

“You are informing me that John Terry or Rio have consistently demonstrated exceptional performance on the football field?”