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Is Martin O’Neill firing parting shots at the Celtic board in line with his departure?

So, there have been plenty of rumours flying around over the weekend that today’s game against the Ibrox

Published: Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 9:09 AM
Is Martin O’Neill firing parting shots at the Celtic board in line with his departure?
Key Things to Know
  • Rumors suggest Martin O'Neill could depart Celtic following the match at Celtic Park.
  • O'Neill is reportedly unhappy with the Celtic board over transfer window decisions.
  • The manager expressed frustration that the club failed to replace midfielder Arne Engels.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Speculation has arisen that Celtic manager Martin O'Neill could be set to depart the club following a match against rivals at Celtic Park. Reports and rumors suggest O'Neill is increasingly unhappy with the club's board, with his recent pre-match demeanor described as tense. The tension reportedly stems from the board's handling of squad recruitment and player departures ahead of the season.

O'Neill publicly expressed frustration regarding the departure of Arne Engels, noting that the club failed to secure a like-for-like replacement to replicate Engels' running power. The manager stated that while Celtic looked at several players to fill the void, a transfer did not materialize, leaving the squad short of key attributes.

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