Humza Yousaf has been pictured with his 'childhood hero' - and he's a Celtic legend.

The former Scottish First Minister met Henrik Larsson on Thursday, November 29.

The 39-year-old, who is an MSP for Glasgow Pollok, posed with the iconic Hoops star for a smiley picture.

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Sharing the special moment online, the politician revealed he had the 'enormous pleasure' of meeting Henrik.

He said the former Celtic star was a 'lovely gent, generous, thoughtful, and full of humility'.

 

 

Humza said: "They say you shouldn't meet your heroes, you will only be disappointed. Complete rubbish!

"I had the enormous pleasure of meeting my childhood hero Henrik Larsson last night.

"What a lovely gent, generous, thoughtful, and full of humility.

"Thank you Henrik for the memories!"

The 53-year-old Swedish footballer is one of the club's most-loved legends. 

He played with the Glasgow side between 1997 and 2004. During his stint at Celtic Park, he made over 200 appearances.

The baller held An Evening with Henrik Larsson at the city's SEC Armadillo on Thursday, November 28.