Author: Conor Spence

Liam Scales has already set his sights on a bigger and better campaign next season despite Celtic at the weekend only bringing the curtain down on their 2025/26 title-winning year. The Republic of Ireland international reaffirmed his commitment to the club last month by agreeing a new long-term contract extension that ties him to the Hoops until 2030. After helping Celtic reclaim the Premiership title, the defender is now targeting two major objectives next season – securing Champions League football and finally completing a domestic treble. Celtic missed out on Europe’s elite club competition this season after suffering a play-off…

Shaun Maloney is reportedly being considered for a sporting director position at Celtic as the Hoops prepares for another summer of major change behind the scenes. The former Scotland international played an important role during Celtic’s double-winning campaign after joining Martin O’Neill’s backroom team, helping guide the club to both the Premiership title and Scottish Cup success. Maloney – who previously managed Hibernian and Wigan Athletic, is also understood to have been heavily involved in Celtic’s recruitment strategy during the January transfer window as the club chased down Hearts in the title race. According to the Daily Record, the ex-Celtic…

Celtic-linked Scott McKenna has dismissed speculation of a potential return to Scotland by confirming he intends to remain with Dinamo Zagreb for the foreseeable future. The Scotland international has been linked with a move to the Hoops following an impressive debut campaign in Croatia, where he helped Dinamo secure both the league title and domestic cup. McKenna – who previously played for Aberdeen, Nottingham Forest and Las Palmas – arrived in Zagreb last summer and made history as the first Scottish player to feature in Croatian football. Interest from Celtic reportedly emerged during the season, with links suggesting Dinamo valued…

Marcelo Saracchi remains a target for Celtic, even though talks over a permanent transfer are understood to have slowed in recent weeks. The Uruguayan full-back impressed during his loan spell at the Hoops, helping the Scottish champions secure a Premiership and Scottish Cup double during his time in Glasgow. Celtic are still interested in retaining the 28-year-old, but an agreement with parent club Boca Juniors has yet to be finalised. Saracchi is expected to head back to Argentina ahead of the World Cup, with the defender hopeful of earning a place in Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay squad for the tournament. However,…

Martin O’Neill is expected to meet with Celtic principal shareholder Dermot Desmond in the coming days following the Hoops’ double-winning finish to the season. The 74 year-old guided Celtic to both the Premiership title and the Scottish Cup after overseeing a remarkable turnaround during his short-term spell in charge. A week on from sealing the league title in dramatic fashion, O’Neill’s side comfortably defeated Dunfermline in the Scottish Cup final to complete the domestic Double. Although O’Neill had initially returned on an interim basis, recent success has fuelled debate over whether he could remain in the dugout beyond the summer.…

Former Celtic forward Odsonne Edouard has revealed he rejected the chance to represent Haiti at this summer’s World Cup despite being eligible to play for the Caribbean nation… The ex-Hoops striker enjoyed another memorable night on Saturday after scoring twice in Lens’ French Cup triumph, but he will not be travelling to North America for the tournament later this year. Edouard qualifies for Haiti through his family background, with both of his parents originally from the country. Although born in French Guiana, he relocated to Paris as a child and has long been viewed as a potential international option for…

Celtic’s Scottish Cup triumph was followed by a pointed social media jibe from the club’s supporter liaison officer aimed at Hearts manager Derek McInnes… Martin O’Neill’s side completed the domestic Double after defeating Dunfermline 3-1 at Hampden, with Daizen Maeda, Arne Engels, and Kelechi Iheanacho all getting on the scoresheet. The victory capped a dramatic end to the campaign for Celtic, who had already secured the Premiership title on the final day following a 3-1 win over Hearts. The Hoops’ charge towards the title included a controversial late victory against Motherwell at Fir Park, where a stoppage-time penalty proved decisive.…

Liam Scales has praised Celtic’s resilience during their dramatic title-winning run-in while also throwing his support behind Martin O’Neill remaining as manager next season. Celtic’s charge towards the Premiership title looked to have stalled after a damaging defeat away to Dundee United in March left them trailing Hearts by five points with only seven league fixtures remaining. But what followed was a flawless finish to the campaign as Martin O’Neill’s side surged back to complete a league and cup double in dramatic fashion. Liam Scales recalled the mood around the squad during the international break that followed the setback at…

Daizen Maeda’s emotional comments following Celtic’s Scottish Cup celebrations have sparked fresh speculation that the Japanese forward could be preparing to leave the club this summer. The 28-year-old has enjoyed a hugely successful spell in Glasgow, collecting 10 domestic trophies during his time at the Hoops, including this season’s Premiership and Scottish Cup Double. Interest in Maeda has continued to grow over the past year, with Bundesliga side Wolfsburg previously attempting to sign him during the January transfer window before negotiations ultimately collapsed. Following Celtic’s victory at Hampden over Dunfermline, the squad returned to Celtic Park for further celebrations with…

Robbie Keane has confirmed his departure from Ferencvaros after a successful spell in Hungary, with speculation continuing to grow over a potential move to Celtic this summer. The former Republic of Ireland international guided Ferencvaros to the league title during his debut campaign in charge before adding the Hungarian Cup to the club’s honours this season. Keane announced his exit in a message shared on social media, thanking everyone associated with the Budapest side for their support throughout his tenure. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Robert Keane (@robbiekeane) “After an incredibly enjoyable and successful 16…

Martin O’Neill played down concerns over Kieran Tierney’s fitness after the defender was forced off during the Scottish Cup final win against Dunfermline.  The Hoops secured a 3-1 victory over Neil Lennon’s side thanks to goals from Daizen Maeda, Arne Engels, and Kelechi Iheanacho. Tierney’s afternoon ended early after he went down injured shortly after Josh Cooper netted a late consolation for Dunfermline. Marcelo Saracchi was introduced in his place for the closing minutes at Hampden. “That’s one of the reasons that I would like to stay for next season, so that Kieran completes a game,” O’Neill joked following the…

Kelechi Iheanacho has admitted he would love the chance to continue his Celtic career beyond the current campaign after helping the club lift the Scottish Cup on Saturday. The Nigerian forward came off the bench to score Celtic’s third goal in a 3-1 victory over Dunfermline Athletic, capping an impressive afternoon for the Hoops. Speaking post-match, Iheanacho revealed how settled he feels in Glasgow and spoke warmly about the reception he has received from supporters since arriving at the club. “I love the supporters, I love them all,” he told club Celtic TV. “Everyone in the streets of Glasgow, people…

Martin O’Neill has revealed his satisfaction at Yang remaining at Celtic for another four years. The South Korean wide man has committed his future to the club by signing a new contract through to 2030, following a campaign in which he became an increasingly influential figure in the first-team squad. Yang looked set to leave Celtic during the final hours of last summer’s transfer window and even travelled to Birmingham for negotiations, but the transfer ultimately failed to materialise. He subsequently stayed in Glasgow and enjoyed a noticeable rise in form throughout the season, particularly during O’Neill’s periods in interim…

Luis Palma’s long-term future is expected to be decided in the coming days as Lech Poznań consider whether to complete a permanent deal for the Celtic winger. The Honduras international spent the season on loan with the Polish champions and enjoyed a productive spell, becoming an influential figure in the side’s Ekstraklasa campaign with a series of important contributions. Lech negotiated an option to buy as part of the original agreement with Celtic, although the €4 million clause included in the deal would represent one of the most expensive transfers in the history of Polish football. Despite that figure, reports…

The Scottish Senior Football Referees’ Association has issued a strongly-worded statement, following events over recent weeks.  The organisation warned that reactions to controversial decisions have become severe, claiming incidents over the past month have gone beyond acceptable criticism and created serious concerns over the welfare of referees and their families. The statement comes after referee John Beaton reportedly required police protection following allegations that personal details were shared online in the aftermath of the recent Premiership clash between Motherwell and Celtic. The SSFRA also criticised comments made by certain managers, clubs and media outlets, insisting inflammatory rhetoric has contributed to…

Robbie Keane has reportedly stepped down as manager of Ferencvaros, potentially clearing the way for a move to Celtic as the search for a new permanent boss continues. According to Sky Sports, the former Republic of Ireland international has resigned from his post with the Budapest club after just 15 months in charge. BREAKING: Robbie Keane has resigned as head coach of Hungarian club Ferencváros 🚨 pic.twitter.com/UfzDnrl9XB — Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) May 22, 2026 Keane has been strongly linked with the vacancy at Celtic in recent weeks and is viewed as one of the frontrunners for the position. The…

The SPFL has launched disciplinary probes into incidents arising from five matches across the closing weeks of the season, with Celtic involved in two cases. Scottish football’s governing body confirmed investigations are underway following fixtures involving Inverness Caledonian Thistle against Hamilton, Motherwell versus Celtic, Hamilton against Clyde, Celtic against Heart of Midlothian and Stenhousemuir against Alloa Athletic. The governing body said the action follows growing concerns over supporter behaviour at matches, highlighting recent incidents in which “objects have been thrown at players or members of staff, orchestrated pyrotechnic displays have taken place, and/or mass pitch invasions have occurred.” According to…

Martin O’Neill has revealed that he was forced to change his phone number after receiving hundreds of abusive calls and messages during the fallout from Celtic’s title-clinching victory. The Celtic manager says his contact details were circulated online in the days leading up to the dramatic Premiership finale, prompting a flood of hostile messages before last weekend’s showdown with Hearts. O’Neill is preparing for Saturday’s Scottish Cup final against Dunfermline, but much of the focus this week has remained on the controversy surrounding Celtic’s title celebrations and the subsequent pitch invasion at Celtic Park. The 74 year-old admitted the scale…

Martin O’Neill has praised Neil Lennon’s achievements in football management ahead of their first meeting in opposite dugouts in Saturday’s Scottish Cup final. The Celtic boss will come up against his ex-captain, now in charge of Dunfermline, after years of Lennon playing under O’Neill at both Leicester City and Celtic during highly successful spells. Reflecting on Lennon’s influence during his playing days, O’Neill said via The Herald: “Neil Lennon has been fantastic for me as a player, absolutely fantastic. He pulled it round at Leicester City when I needed help big time, and he came to this football club. I…

Neil Lennon has paid tribute to Martin O’Neill ahead of this weekend’s Scottish Cup final, describing the Celtic boss as “the greatest Irish manager” of all time. O’Neill, now enjoying a third spell in charge at the Hoops, guided Celtic to a dramatic Premiership title triumph and could complete a domestic double if his side overcome Dunfermline at Hampden. Standing in his way is former Celtic captain, although Lennon admitted his admiration for O’Neill remains as strong as ever following their successful years together. The 53 year-old Para boss believes Celtic’s ability to repeatedly produce decisive moments late in matches…