"To be honest I had no interest in coming back, no intentions to come back, I was happy out there. My life was there but there was just something about coming back here just felt right. I feel like this is maybe the only place that would have brought me back and we will see what happens if it goes well."
"I wouldn't have come back if I didn't feel I have something to offer or if I felt my legs were going. I don't want to come back and sour the reputation that I have had. Maybe you don't quite have certain aspects of your game that you had before but I feel like I am a more all-round player."
"When I was here the first time I probably relied on speed, whereas I feel like I have fully adapted my game. I still feel like I am quick, I feel powerful, I don't feel like my legs are going and I feel like I am a more mature and intelligent player."
Johnny Russell, a 35-year-old Scottish striker with 14 international caps, has rejoined Dundee United on a deal through the end of the season after eight years in MLS with Sporting Kansas City and Real Salt Lake. Russell began his career at United in 2007, scoring 46 goals in 120 appearances before moving to Derby County. He had no initial intention of returning to Scotland but felt compelled by Dundee United specifically. Russell emphasizes he remains competitive and capable, having adapted his game from relying on speed to becoming a more intelligent, mature player. He made a late appearance in United's recent 2-1 victory over St Mirren and aims to prove he can compete with younger players.
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