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Celtic Fans Collective have released a statement demanding the club ‘must learn lessons’ ahead of the new season. Releasing a statement on X, the group – made up of more than 420 fan organisations – outlined that the board should “finally make good on commitments given to supporters.” Celtic FC must learn lessons from last season, and finally make good on commitments given to supporters. pic.twitter.com/KgBH9mlz9t — Celtic Fans Collective (@CFC_Collective) June 18, 2026 The statement read: “Celtic should not be entering another summer waiting for the transfer window to happen to them. “More than six months after the departure…

The three dates for Celtic’s Glasgow Derby matches next season have been revealed. Fixture details released by the SPFL on Thursday confirmed the dates and kick-off times for all matches across the opening 33 rounds of the season, including the highly anticipated meetings between Celtic and the Ibrox club. Supporters will not have to wait long for the first showdown, with Celtic welcoming Derek McInnes’ side to the east end of Glasgow on Sunday, September 20, in a lunchtime kick-off. The second encounter is scheduled for the opening days of 2027, when theRangers host their rivals at Ibrox on January…

Chris Sutton believes Celtic could be forced into a major spending spree this summer, warning that the club may need to invest more than £50 million to refresh the squad ahead of a demanding season. The Scottish champions are already exploring potential additions as preparations continue for a campaign that will begin with a crucial Champions League playoff qualifying tie in August. A number of loan players are set to move on, while Reo Hatate, Daizen Maeda and Arne Engels have all been linked with possible exits. Interest in the trio is anticipated during the transfer window, creating the prospect…

Former Celtic goalkeeper Scott Bain has revealed how an unexpected opportunity and a message to his agent helped secure his move to the Hoops on transfer deadline day. At the time, Bain was on loan at Hibernian from Dundee when he spotted reports linking Celtic with a move for goalkeeper Trevor Carson. Determined not to miss a potential opening, he immediately contacted his agent. “I saw it on Sky Sports News that they were going to sign him, so I just texted my agent. I said, ‘I’ll come,’” Bain explained via Open Goal. His agent initially dismissed the possibility, believing…

Celtic could be required to spend around £6 million if they are to secure the signing of Borussia Dortmund winger Cole Campbell this summer, according to a report. The Scottish champions have been credited with an interest in the highly-rated 20-year-old, who finished last season on loan at Bundesliga outfit Hoffenheim in a bid to gain regular first-team football. Although Hoffenheim had the opportunity to make the move permanent, it is understood they are unlikely to activate that clause, potentially opening the door for other clubs to enter the race for his signature. Mark Hendry suggests Dortmund are prepared to…

Canada defender Alistair Johnston admitted the squad was devastated after teammate Ismael Kone suffered a serious leg injury during their emphatic victory over Qatar. Canada cruised to a 6-0 triumph in their second World Cup outing in the early hours of this morning, but celebrations were tempered by concern for Kone after the midfielder was stretchered off following a heavy challenge from Assim Madibo. The 24-year-old required oxygen treatment on the pitch, while head coach Jesse Marsch was visibly emotional on the sidelines. Subsequent medical assessments confirmed that Kone had sustained a broken leg. Speaking post-match, Johnston reflected on the…

Celtic have been handed a potential opportunity in the transfer market after Boca Juniors moved Marcelo Saracchi to the exit door.  The Argentine giants have informed the Uruguayan international that he does not feature in their plans going forward, with club officials willing to sanction either a permanent transfer or another loan move. Saracchi, 28, spent last season at Celtic and featured regularly for Martin O’Neill’s side making 19 Premiership appearances during his loan spell at the Scottish champions. The defender had been due to return to Boca at the beginning of July following the conclusion of his Celtic loan…

Celtic are on the verge of finalising new agreements with coaches Shaun Maloney and Mark Fotheringham following positive negotiations with the club. The pair have spent recent weeks discussing their futures with Dermot Desmond after turning down the first contract proposals put forward by the board. According to Scottish Sun, Initial offers reportedly included reduced terms compared to their previous deals, but talks have since moved in a positive direction, leaving all parties optimistic that contracts will soon be signed. Martin O’Neill has already committed his future to the club after agreeing a one-year extension, which includes the possibility of…

Former Celtic defender Greg Taylor has singled out three current Hoops players as crucial figures behind the scenes after they recently committed their futures to the club. The Scotland international brought his spell at Parkhead to an end when his contract expired, making the move to Greek giants PAOK. His departure came amid increased competition at left-back, with Kieran Tierney returning to Celtic. While Taylor is now focused on life in Greece, he continues to follow events at his former club and was particularly pleased to see James Forrest, Luke McCowan and Liam Scales sign new deals. The 27-year-old believes…

Former Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou has reflected on the early promise shown by Ben Gannon-Doak, revealing he was immediately struck by the winger’s confidence and maturity despite his young age… Gannon-Doak burst onto the scene under Postecoglou during the Australian’s time at Celtic, becoming one of the youngest players to feature for the club’s first team. Although his senior involvement was limited, the teenager made enough of an impression to attract significant interest before eventually leaving for Liverpool. Four years on from leaving the Hoops, the attacker is now an established member of Scotland’s squad at the World Cup and…

Former Celtic defender Greg Taylor has insisted there can be no complaints about the destination of last season’s Scottish Premiership title… Celtic’s title success came despite fierce competition from Hearts, who were widely tipped by many pundits to go all the way before Martin O’Neill’s side mounted a dramatic comeback in the closing weeks of the campaign. The Hoops ultimately capped off a memorable season by securing both the Premiership title and the Scottish Cup. Now settled at PAOK after departing Glasgow a year ago, Taylor has continued to follow Celtic’s fortunes closely and admitted he was delighted to see…

Former Celtic midfielder Efrain Juarez appears set for a return to European football management after reports in Mexico claimed he has agreed a deal to become the new head coach of Hungarian champions ETO FC Gyori… The appointment follows a dramatic chain of events in Hungarian football. Gyori stunned many observers by clinching the league title ahead of Ferencvaros, who were managed by Robbie Keane until the end of the campaign. Keane subsequently departed the Budapest side and was later linked with the managerial vacancy at Celtic before Martin O’Neill was handed the role on a permanent basis. Juarez had…

Celtic face a crucial period behind the scenes as efforts continue to secure the futures of key members of Martin O’Neill’s coaching team ahead of the club’s return for pre-season training… With the first group of players scheduled to report back to Lennoxtown on June 26, uncertainty remains over whether assistants Shaun Maloney and Mark Fotheringham will be part of the set-up when preparations for the new campaign begin. The pair played prominent roles in Celtic’s domestic success last season, helping guide the club to an impressive Premiership and Scottish Cup double. O’Neill is understood to be keen to retain…

Fresh questions have been raised over Celtic’s decision not to pursue a move for Motherwell midfielder Elijah Just during the January transfer window. The New Zealand international has continued to enhance his reputation since being linked with the Scottish champions earlier this year. After collecting Motherwell’s Player of the Year award for the 2025-26 campaign and earning a nomination for the SPFA’s equivalent honour, Just further strengthened his credentials with an impressive international display this week. Making his World Cup debut for New Zealand, the midfielder scored both goals in a 2-2 draw against Iran, adding to calls from some…

Celtic have given supporters an early glimpse of their new third strip, with the full launch of the 2026/27 design set to take place this morning. The Scottish champions shared a brief teaser across their social media platforms, offering the first official look at the shirt after images of the design had circulated online in recent weeks. The latest release follows the unveiling of Celtic’s home kit, which was created to honour the 60th anniversary of the club’s historic European Cup triumph in Lisbon. Attention has now turned to the third jersey, which features a predominantly white design complemented by…

Reo Hatate’s future at Celtic has become the subject of fresh speculation, with reports in Japan suggesting a return to his homeland could be on the cards. The midfielder’s absence from Celtic’s matchday squads for the final two fixtures of the campaign has fuelled growing talk that his time in Glasgow may be drawing to a close. Hatate has enjoyed a highly successful spell with the Scottish champions since arriving in 2022, playing a key role in a trophy-laden period for the club. During his time at the Hoops, the Japan international has amassed close to 200 appearances and helped…

Crystal Palace have become the latest club to show interest in Celtic midfielder Arne Engels as speculation over his future continues to grow. The Belgian international is attracting attention from a number of clubs following an impressive season at Celtic. Premier League sides Nottingham Forest, Sunderland and Fulham have all been linked with a move, while Italian champions Napoli are also said to be monitoring the situation. Palace have now entered the race for the 21-year-old, with reports suggesting they are keen to lure him to Selhurst Park amid increasing competition for his signature. 🚨 EXCL – Nottingham Forest &…

Celtic appear poised to lose out on goalkeeper target Jari De Busser, with the Belgian expected to complete a switch to AZ Alkmaar. The Premiership champions had been monitoring the Go Ahead Eagles keeper as part of their search for long-term options between the posts, amid ongoing succession planning around veteran stopper Kasper Schmeichel. De Busser, who was believed to carry a price tag of around £2.5 million, had attracted interest from several clubs, including Celtic and Belgian giants Club Brugge. The 26-year-old, who previously featured for Lommel, had emerged as one of the most sought-after goalkeepers in the Dutch…

Celtic’s Scottish Premiership title flag could be unfurled later than expected, with reports suggesting the champions may not open their league campaign until Monday, August 3. The 2026/27 season is scheduled to get underway across the weekend of August 1 and 2, but a congested calendar of major events in Glasgow has reportedly created a scheduling challenge for league officials. According to Scottish Sun, ongoing discussions have taken place between the SPFL, local authorities and event organisers over the feasibility of staging Celtic’s opening fixture that weekend. Track cycling events at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome as part of the…

Former Celtic defender Jack Hendry looks set to extend his stay with Al-Ettifaq after fresh developments reportedly changed the club’s financial outlook. The ex-Hoops centre-back had been widely expected to leave the Saudi Pro League side when his current deal expired, amid suggestions that negotiations had stalled over revised contract terms. Reports indicated Al-Ettifaq were operating under tighter financial constraints as investment across parts of Saudi football was reassessed. However, the situation appears to have shifted significantly in recent weeks. Al-Ettifaq are understood to have secured an improved budget allocation, paving the way for Hendry to continue his career with…