Martin O'Neill Leads Celtic Into New Season as Key Defender Returns

Martin O'Neill, manager of Celtic Football Club, has confirmed that centre‑back Cameron Carter‑Vickers is nearing full fitness after a serious Achilles injury that sidelined him for most of last season. O'Neill said the defender is “getting there game by game” and is expected to start the opening Scottish Premiership match against Dundee.

The manager also addressed the club’s transfer activity, highlighting the record‑fee signing of striker Kasper Hogh and the addition of forward Camilo Duran. O'Neill reiterated his commitment to “drive forward together” and not rest on past success as Celtic prepares for the new campaign.

Celtic finished the previous season with a dramatic title win over Hearts, a Scottish Cup triumph, and O'Neill’s appointment as permanent boss after two interim spells. Analysts speculate that a full season under O'Neill could produce another domestic treble.