Celtic demand issued to Dermot Desmond for fan forgiveness as Hotline maps out end to civil war

Daily Record's Sports Hotline callers have urged Celtic principal shareholder Dermot Desmond to invest in high-quality signings to win over supporters. Following Celtic's 7-1 victory against Wouter Vrancken's Hearts, fans voiced that significant European progress still requires financial backing for a midfield enforcer and defensive reinforcements.

Hotline contributors also debated broader Scottish football issues, including league standards and refereeing decisions involving Dundee midfielder Ethan Hamilton. Further callers discussed managerial pressures across the division, highlighting concerns regarding Hibernian boss Marink Reedijk and noting Dundee manager Steven Pressley's strong league form.