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BBC News
14 hours ago
- Business
- BBC News
Rodgers contract 'needs addressed' but board must 'deliver signings' first
We asked for your thoughts on Brendan Rodgers' contract situation as the Celtic manager enters the final year of his what some of you said: Thom: Offer Brendan what he wants for six years. Hopefully take us to the holy grail; 10 in a row. He's the beating heart of our beloved club and the most important component in its vast machinery of moving For Rodgers to consider staying, the club will have to fully back him in this transfer window. So far he hasn't been backed and we've had typically disappointing window after disappointing window. We should be doing business now but no doubt we'll do nothing until the last minute as usual, meaning we miss out on targets, and whoever we do bring in will miss pre-season and first games of the season. I'm not expecting anything different, so I don't think he will extend his stay. That will be very disappointing but I can't blame Brendan should definitely stay. He is and can build something relatively special taking into account the finances available throughout other European leagues. The club need to back his and the supporters' desires to make Celtic competitive in whatever European competition we are in. Not forgetting the domestic challenge that may well be coming. Who better than Brendan?Joe: I definitely think he'll see out his contract to the end of next season. But if we strengthen in the summer with significantly more effect than the previous summer, qualify for, and have a decent showing in the Champions league and retain the domestic league title, that will probably see him leave with a 'job done' on his I would like to hope Rodgers wants a contract extension, he will need to see the board deliver on signings beforehand though. Ultimately, it really doesn't matter whether a contract extension is agreed because if an offer comes in that attracts Rodgers then the only difference it makes is how much compensation Celtic get. For that reason and that alone it should be Rodgers' contract needs to be addressed this summer to allow him and future player signings to be part of a medium-term plan. Anything less is poor management by the When Rodgers left the last time it hurt and I would not have had him back, it's the same football with no plan B and the first team isn't getting any better. I would not give him big money to spend unless he commits himself to the club.
Bloomberg
4 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
49ers Expand Sporting Empire to Buy Scotland's Rangers FC
Rangers Football Club, one of two giants in Scottish football, has been bought out by an American consortium of 49ers Enterprises and health entrepreneur Andrew Cavenagh. Rangers, who have been lagging behind fierce rivals Celtic FC in recent years, will benefit from an immediate cash injection of £20 million ($27 million), subject to shareholder approval at the club's general meeting on June 23, according to a club statement.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Celtic's hopes of landing top transfer target Kvistgaarden fade as West Ham and Eintracht Frankfurt enter race for free-scoring Danish forward
Celtic will face stiff competition from West Ham and Eintracht Frankfurt to sign top transfer target Mathias Kvistgaarden this summer. The Parkhead club are long-term admirers of the in-demand Brondby striker, who fired 23 goals in all competitions this season for the Danish club. Celtic enquired about Kvistgaarden's availability back in January and are continuing to weigh up a summer move for the 23-year-old front man. Having recently won his first call-up to the senior Danish national team, it is thought that Kvistgaarden could command a fee in excess of £12million. Celtic would have no issue breaking their transfer record in order to sign him, although fitting him into their existing wage structure may be more of a challenge. But, with Frankfurt also long-term admirers of Kvistgaarden, West Ham have now entered the race to sign one of the most sought-after young strikers in Europe. Hammers boss Graham Potter wants to revamp his forward line after a disappointing Premier League campaign saw the club finish 14th in the table. It is understood that the Londoners have been tracking Kvistgaarden since the turn of the year and are could now be set to firm up their interest with a bid over the coming weeks. Kvistgaarden appeared to say farewell to the Brondby fans following the conclusion of their season last weekend. Speaking after the match, Brondby director of football Benjamin Schmedes confirmed that no bids have yet been received but that he understands why there is such demand for the player. 'We will look at it when there is something on the table and we can talk about it,' said Schmedes. 'We don't have that right now, so we are not saying goodbye to him yet. 'We will sit down and look at the season, and then we will see what the transfer window brings. That applies to Mathias and all the other players. 'He is an interesting player for the five major leagues. It is not without reason that he was named Player of the Year. 'There are many things that bigger clubs in the five major leagues could be interested in. I will answer the phone when they call, and then we will see.' Meanwhile, goalkeeper Scott Bain has left Celtic after seven years at the club. The former Dundee player made his debut in a 3-2 victory at Ibrox in March 2018 and made 78 appearances in all. The 33-year-old departs with 14 major winners' medals and told the club's official website: 'I am really sad, of course, to be leaving the club but I am so thankful, too, for everything the club has given me. 'I have enjoyed my time at Celtic massively and it has been a huge honour to be part of the biggest and best club in the country.' Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers added: 'Scott has given everything to Celtic and I would like to thank him sincerely for his time at the club. 'He has been a valued member of the squad and a great team-mate, really liked and respected by us all. Everyone at the club wishes Scott and his family all the very best for the future.' Celtic have already moved to replace Bain by lining up former youth keeper Ross Doohan as their third choice next season, behind Kasper Schmeichel and Viljami Sinisalo. Doohan, 27, was one of 12 Aberdeen players whose exits from Pittodrie on expiry of contract was confirmed yesterday. Joining Doohan in departing the Dons are defender Jack MacKenzie, who has been linked with a number of English clubs, and midfielder Jamie McGrath, who has already signed a pre-contract with Hibernian. Kevin Nisbet, Oday Dabbagh, Jeppe Okkels and Alfie Dorrington have also departed after their loan spells finished, although whether Jimmy Thelin makes another move for any of them remains to be seen.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Primark starts selling official Celtic merchandise from just £9 – and Rangers fans aren't happy
Would you pick one up? GETTING SHIRTY Primark starts selling official Celtic merchandise from just £9 – and Rangers fans aren't happy A PRIMARK store on the outskirts of Glasgow is stocking official Celtic outfits. But it's left some people asking why there are no Rangers outfits on the shop floor. 2 One of the items is in a camouflage style Credit: PRIMARK CLYDEBANK 2 The hoodie is on sale for £15 Credit: PRIMARK CLYDEBANK The retail giant's Clydebank outlet posted a video of Celtic-themed kids t-shirts and hoodies on its TikTok account. Priced at £9, the t-shirt is in a camouflage style with patches of dark green on it, as well as clovers. The hoodie costs £15 and features a large Celtic badge on the chest and is in the traditional Celtic colourway. The description for the hoodie reads: "Sport and style have joined forces to gift your mini-me with this awesome Celtic FC hoodie. "Not just any hoodie, it comes in a bright green colourway and stars the Celtic logo and namesake across the front and back in white. "It's designed with a roomy hood, dropped shoulders, a kangaroo pouch pocket and rib trims for laid-back functionality. "Working with shorts, jeans and more, it can be part of an athletic-inspired look that's perfect for meet-ups with friends, watching the games or enjoying a day out with family." And the blurb for the cam top says: "Try as it might, it's hard to hide how cool this camouflage Celtic FC top is! "Naturally, this casual tee has a green and black colour palette, topped with striking graphics including the signature team logo printed on the chest, shamrocks and the Celtic shortlined namesake. "In a lightweight mesh fabric, the style's appearance is brought together with a round neck, short sleeves and straight hem. Keep their look effortlessly athletic with a pair of sport shorts or joggers and high-top trainers." The comments section was filled with excited parents anxious to rush to buy some of their own. But some shoppers weren't too happy about the fact only one side of the Glasgow football divide is being represented. "What about Rangers ones?" said one punter. And another asked: "Where are the Rangers ones?" Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
BBC News
6 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Bain 'will always support' Celtic after seven-year stay ends
Celtic have announced back-up goalkeeper Scott Bain has left the club after seven joined from Dundee in 2018 after an initial loan spell and made 78 appearances during his time at Parkhead, but has not featured for more than a 33-year-old, who also won three Scotland caps while playing for Celtic, departs despite having a year left on his contract."I am really sad, of course, to be leaving the club but I am so thankful for everything the club has given me," Bain said."I have enjoyed my time at Celtic massively and it has been a huge honour to be part of the biggest and best club in the country."I would like to thank the gaffer and all the other managers I've worked with, my many team-mates over the years and all the staff at Celtic."I've made some great friends at Celtic and will always be supporting the club in everything it does."The Celtic fans are the best around and I thank them for all the support I have been given by them too."
