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“Expect Him…” – Journo Lifts Lid on Celtic’s Martin O’Neill Succession Plan

Journalist Robert Grieve has suggested Celtic were already planning to address the managerial position at the end of the season, even if Martin O’Neill remains in charge for the rest of the campaign. The veteran journalist currently expects O’Neill to…

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 8:53 PM
“Expect Him…” – Journo Lifts Lid on Celtic’s Martin O’Neill Succession Plan
Key Things to Know
  • Journalist Grieve expects Martin O'Neill to remain Celtic manager past the international break.
  • O'Neill's future was questioned following a 1-0 derby defeat to Rangers.
  • Grieve noted that O'Neill will stay until the end of the season at best.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Journalist Grieve stated on The Set Piece that he expects Martin O'Neill to remain Celtic manager following the international break. O'Neill's future came into question after Celtic's 1-0 defeat to Rangers, when the manager publicly questioned whether he possessed the energy to continue in the role.

Grieve assessed the likelihood of O'Neill staying at 60-40, though he suggested the manager will remain until the end of the season at best. Additionally, Grieve questioned whether Celtic currently have an established succession plan in place.

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