“Spoken to Dermot Desmond” – Stephen McGowan Martin O’Neill Celtic Future Update

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill is considering his future with the club following three consecutive defeats, including two losses to Rangers in eight days. Despite a recent 1-0 home defeat against Rangers that reduced Celtic's lead at the top of the Premiership to two points, the club is reportedly not preparing to dismiss him. Journalist Stephen McGowan stated on BBC Scotland's Scottish Football Podcast that majority shareholder Dermot Desmond has no intention of firing O'Neill.

According to McGowan, any potential departure would be entirely O'Neill's own decision. The manager is using the ongoing international break to reflect on his role and whether he can continue to help the squad before their upcoming match against Motherwell.