Vidar Riseth believes fellow Norwegian Stefan Johansen should stay with Scottish giants Celtic.

The 24-year old midfielder, who won the PFA Scotland Player of the Year award, is being linked with a potential summer move to the Premier League or the Bundesliga.

However, ex-Hoops star Riseth has urged his compatriot to stay put with the Glasgow giants who he helped guide to the Scottish Premiership title.

"I think Stefan could play in a higher league. He could go to the Premier League or the Bundesliga. He's good enough for that," said Riseth.

"But I think he will stay at Celtic because he is really happy. He loves the club and the fans.

"I know Scandinavian people find it easy to settle in Glasgow. I was there, so was Henrik Larsson, Johan Mjallby, Marc Rieper and Harald Brattbakk.

"We all enjoyed playing for Celtic. It was a lot like Norway. We know we had to work hard, but the people are really nice, so because of that I think Stefan will stay in Glasgow for many years.

"I think he will feel at home there, so it's important Celtic keep him happy."