Brendan Rodgers set to finally break bitter Celtic exit silence as ex boss lined up to speak at Glasgow event

The former Parkhead boss, who had two spells in charge, has never responded to Dermot Desmond's scathing attack.

By Gavin Berry · Daily Record

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 9:38 AM

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Brendan Rodgers is scheduled to speak about his Celtic departure at a Glasgow event in June 2027.
The event is organized by the Celtic podcast A Celtic State Of Mind at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall.
Rodgers has not publicly responded since Celtic supremo Dermot Desmond criticized him following his exit.

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Former Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is scheduled to return to Glasgow to speak publicly about his departure from the club. Rodgers has been lined up by the podcast A Celtic State Of Mind to appear at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on June 14, 2027.

The appearance will mark the first time Rodgers addresses his exit following sharp criticism from Celtic major shareholder Dermot Desmond. Desmond previously accused Rodgers of creating a toxic atmosphere and fueling hostility toward the club's board before Rodgers moved to manage in the Saudi Pro League.

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