Celtic's hierarchy have identified Neil Lennon as a potential replacement for Martin O'Neill should a mid-season managerial change become necessary. The club's board have a list of options prepared amid growing pressure on the current boss.
Celtic sit first in the Premiership with 18 points from seven games, but their recent form has dipped sharply. They have lost their last three matches, including a 1-0 defeat to Rangers on 20 September, which has intensified scrutiny.
Wingers' international duties amid injury concerns
Winger Haissem Hassan played 60 minutes for Egypt in a goalless Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Angola last night, despite earlier injury doubts. Fellow wide player Yang Hyun-jun is continuing to recover from a hamstring injury while with South Korea at the Asian Games. Their availability for the next match at Motherwell on 11 October remains to be assessed.
Steven Gerrard backs Ryan Jack's potential move
Steven Gerrard endorsed Ryan Jack as a 'proper player' after the 34-year-old midfielder trained with his former club Rangers. The former Ibrox manager responded to the news on social media. "Put him in the middle. Proper player," Steven Gerrard said.
Hibernian appointment highlights managerial market
The appointment of Marink Reedijk at Hibernian, who turned down offers from Germany, Belgium and Austria, shows the competitive nature of the Scottish managerial landscape. Former Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna is also understood to be among the names Celtic's hierarchy are monitoring.
Martin O'Neill remains the Celtic boss but is under fire following the recent run of results. The first-team squad status, including injury updates, is available on our injuries section.
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