Celtic confirm Martin O'Neill will remain as manager for another season

Celtic have confirmed that 74‑year‑old manager Martin O'Neill will stay on for at least one more year, with an optional 12‑month extension. The club pledged a summer transfer budget to strengthen the squad and improve European performance after last season's domestic double and a disappointing Champions League play‑off exit. O'Neill, who signed a one‑year deal after talks in London with shareholder Dermot Desmond, said he expects more activity in the market and has identified targets such as 22‑year‑old winger Tairyk Arconte.

Transfer rumours surrounding Celtic also surfaced. Japanese midfielder Reo Hatate reportedly told the club he wants to leave in the summer despite a contract until 2028. Hayato Inamura is set to move permanently to Celtic for a £1.3 million fee after a loan spell. Fans expressed both relief at O'Neill’s continuation and frustration over perceived board inertia, while rival clubs Rangers and Hearts were noted as likely to feel pressure from Celtic’s renewed ambitions.