Celtic manager Martin O'Neill and club chiefs met with Irish supporters on July 4 to discuss transfers and communication. The Hoops are currently on tour with a match against Shelbourne coming this week as part of their pre-season preparations.

What happened?

The Association of Irish Celtic Supporters Clubs had planned their annual general meeting in Cork but altered their schedule to allow O'Neill and club chiefs to engage with supporters.

Chairman Brian Wilson, chief executive Michael Nicholson, and O'Neill answered fan questions on various issues, including the transfer window and fan engagement.

Why it matters for Celtic

The meeting comes as Celtic prepares for the new season, currently 3rd in Premiership with 67 points from 33 games, and on a 5-game winning run, with their last result being a 3-1 win against Dunfermline on May 23.

What comes next?

The team will face Shelbourne this week, and the meeting with supporters is seen as an opportunity for the club to improve communication and address fan concerns, with the AICS continuing to grow and represent Irish Celtic supporters, and the club looking to build on their recent form, with 59 goals scored and 35 conceded so far this season.