Marvin Compper has said he is ready to put his injury troubles behind him as looks to kick start his Celtic career.

The defender was signed from RB Leipzig in January but didn't make his Celtic debut until March after he suffered a calf injury during the side's winter break in Dubai.

The 33-year-old didn't feature as the Parkhead side secured a double treble as he was struck down again with more fitness concerns.

On Wednesday, Compper made his second appearance for Brendan Rodgers' side in their victory over SK Vorwarts.

And the German said he is ready to put his injury hell behind him as he looks to establish himself in the squad.

He said: "I was happy to be wearing the Celtic kit for only the second time since I arrived.

"Every game time you can get is important to get fitter and today was a huge part of it.

"Game fitness and health is essential to play on that level, I've been lacking that last season when I came.

"I'm hoping I can establish that right now and we go from there.

"It was tough but that's behind me now and I try to be positive and look forward.

"I'm just happy that I'm healthy now and want to keep it that way.

Compper has played for Fiorentina, Leipzig, and Gladbach as well as earning a cap for Germany and said that his experience in the game allowed him to stay focused throughout his spell on the sidelines.

And although he hasn't had a chance to establish himself in the Celtic side yet, he doesn't feel he'll be under any added pressure from Brendan Rodgers.

He added: "I think I'm an experienced player, so I've seen a lot throughout my career.

"You always have to be positive no matter what happens.

"That's the only way to get out of a negative situation.

"That's why I'm back now and I hope I can stay healthy.

"I think everyone has to play a role within a team and I have a role within team and that's what I have to do.

"Whatever the manager tells me or is expecting of me, that's what I have to do and nothing on top."