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“I Know…” – Martin O’Neill Celtic Exit Fears Eased by Fresh Claim

Neil Warnock believes Martin O’Neill still has the desire to continue as Celtic manager despite the Hoops boss questioning his future after the recent defeat to Rangers. O’Neill said he would take time to reflect following a difficult run which…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 2:02 PM
“I Know…” – Martin O’Neill Celtic Exit Fears Eased by Fresh Claim
Key Things to Know
  • Neil Warnock dismissed speculation that Martin O’Neill is preparing to step down from Celtic.
  • O'Neill had admitted he would reflect on his role following back-to-back derby losses and a European defeat to LASK.
  • The Celtic board released a statement publicly backing O'Neill after the recent run of poor results.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Neil Warnock has downplayed concerns regarding Martin O’Neill's potential exit from Celtic following a difficult spell of results. Writing in the Daily Record, Warnock stated that O'Neill's recent comments about needing time to reflect were driven by in-the-moment frustration after back-to-back derby defeats and a Champions League collapse against LASK, rather than an intention to leave.

Celtic's board has since released an official statement publicly backing the 74-year-old manager. Warnock expressed confidence that O'Neill maintains the drive to succeed and will utilize the international break to regroup before Celtic's upcoming domestic match against Motherwell.

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