Martin O'Neill Named Celtic Permanent Manager on One-Year Deal

Martin O'Neill has been appointed permanent manager of Celtic Football Club on a one‑year contract with an option for a further year, ending a period of interim leadership that delivered the Scottish Premiership title and the Scottish Cup. The appointment follows discussions with principal shareholder Dermot Desmond and aims to provide clarity for summer recruitment and squad building.

The club’s backroom staff has not yet been confirmed. Reports indicate that key assistants Shaun Maloney, Mark Fotheringham, Gavin Strachan, Stephen McManus and goalkeeper coach Stevie Woods were asked to accept pay cuts to remain, prompting former striker Darren Jackson to describe the delay as "surprising and disappointing". The coaching team was credited with the recent on‑field success, and its finalisation is seen as crucial for Celtic’s upcoming season.