Brendan Rodgers

Rangers Boss Clement Acknowledges Celtic’s Power After Witnessing Aberdeen Defeat at Hampden

04/11/2024 Raymond 0

Celtic secured their spot in the League Cup final scheduled for December after delivering an emphatic defeat to Aberdeen at Hampden on Saturday. Their commanding performance left no doubt about their readiness for the final. Meanwhile, Rangers joined Celtic in the final a day later, but their journey was much more challenging. After going down early in the first half against Motherwell, they had to fight hard to come back, eventually winning the semi-final 2-1.

In the aftermath of Rangers’ victory, Philippe Clement expressed concern about the upcoming challenge of facing Celtic in just over a month. He acknowledged the difficulties teams face in maintaining peak performance every few days, citing Aberdeen’s recent struggles against both teams. Clement emphasized that Celtic is a formidable opponent, demonstrating their strength both domestically and in Europe. He recognized the upcoming match as a significant challenge, expressing his determination to rise to it.

Since Clement took over as Rangers’ boss in October 2023, Celtic has dominated their encounters, winning four of the five matches they’ve played against each other. In their most recent clash on September 1, 2024, Celtic once again asserted their dominance with a 3-0 victory, sending a clear message to their rivals early in the season.

Celtic Secures Stunning £75m Windfall as Rangers Left in the Dust!

01/11/2024 Raymond 0

Celtic currently holds over £75 million more in cash reserves compared to Rangers, underscoring the widening financial gap between the two Old Firm rivals. Recent financial disclosures revealed that Rangers have a cash balance of £1.7 million at Ibrox, with their core revenue rising to a record £88.3 million. However, this pales in comparison to Celtic’s impressive revenue of £124.6 million for the year.

While Rangers reported a net loss of £17.2 million, Celtic posted a healthy profit of £13.3 million. Both clubs faced challenges in the transfer market, with Rangers experiencing an £8 million loss on player transactions, while Celtic recorded a £4.9 million deficit. Despite cost-cutting measures leading to a reduced wage bill at Rangers, Celtic increased theirs by £4.8 million to a total of £65.6 million.

As Celtic celebrated success in the Scottish Premiership and Scottish Cup, Rangers struggled under Philippe Clement, who failed to secure a Champions League spot after their defeat in the qualifying rounds. The chances of a Champions League return for Rangers appear slim, as they currently sit nine points behind Celtic and Aberdeen in the league standings.

Scott McKenna lands Celtic transfer pitch as free agent breaks silence on next move

02/08/2024 Raymond 0

Scott McKenna, currently out of contract, is actively searching for a new club and has been deemed “worthy of a Celtic shirt” by former Parkhead hero Andy Walker. The Scotland defender is on the move after his contract with Nottingham Forest ended. Over the summer, McKenna returned from Euro 2024 and is exploring his options. Last season, the 27-year-old gained valuable experience while on loan to FC Copenhagen, where he faced Manchester City in the Champions League’s last 16. Walker believes that McKenna could be an ideal partner for Cameron Carter-Vickers in the upcoming Scottish Premiership season, highlighting the need for a new centre-back as a critical part of Brendan Rodgers’ recruitment strategy.

Walker expressed his thoughts on the Go Radio Football Show, saying, “Scott McKenna is out there. He is free, he has Champions League experience and plays for Scotland. I think he is a decent player and would be worthy of a Celtic jersey and I think he would improve Celtic defensively. But I’m sure they have a lot of players on their radar.” Despite the uncertainty, McKenna remains confident about finding a new club. He shared with the Press and Journal, “It is the first time I have been in this situation. It is a bit strange. You are training yourself and trying to keep fit when other teams are back on pre-season. The season will start for different leagues in the next week or two. I just need to trust the process and I’m sure something will come up in the next few weeks.”

Wilfred Ndidi to Celtic chance as manager reunion offered

03/07/2024 Raymond 0

Brendan Rodgers will have the opportunity to reunite with a former Leicester City midfielder this summer, who became a free agent after his contract expired with the Foxes. The player, linked previously with major clubs like Manchester United and Real Madrid, was valued at £52 million by Leicester in 2021. Known for his pivotal role in Leicester’s Championship title win and subsequent return to the Premier League, the Nigerian midfielder is now set to explore new opportunities, possibly including a move to Scottish Premiership champions.

Former Stoke City and West Ham Star Available As Free Agent This Summer

26/06/2024 Raymond 0

Sead Haksabanovic, former winger for Stoke City and West Ham United, is expected to leave Celtic this summer following an unsuccessful loan spell at the Bet365 Stadium. The Montenegro international spent the 2023/24 season on loan with Stoke City, where he made only 22 appearances and scored a single goal. Reports from Swedish outlet Fotboll Direkt suggest that Stoke City is not interested in signing Haksabanovic permanently, and Celtic is seeking a fee of £2.2 million for him. With head coach Brendan Rodgers not seeing a future for Haksabanovic at Celtic, Swedish champions Malmo FF are reportedly nearing a deal to bring him back to Sweden. This potential move underscores Haksabanovic’s stagnation since his £2.7 million transfer to West Ham United in 2017.

Celtic tipped to get ‘a hefty’ transfer fee after latest Matt O’Riley rumour emerges

18/06/2024 Raymond 0

With the transfer window fully open, Celtic fans are eagerly waiting for news on the club’s transfer activities. Brendan Rodgers faces the task of potentially replacing key players like Joe Hart and finalizing a deal for Adam Idah. However, Celtic also risks losing some of their top players, particularly Danish midfielder Matt O’Riley, who has been heavily linked with Atletico Madrid.

Andy Walker believes that Celtic is likely to engage in transfer negotiations if Atletico meets their €40m (£34m) valuation for O’Riley. Walker explained on The Go Radio Football Show, “If you’re talking about business at that level, Celtic will do business. That is their model. Bring them to Glasgow, play him in the Scottish Premiership, fatten him up, sell him on. Wouldn’t be surprised if he goes, but it will be a hefty fee.” If such an offer is made, it is almost certain O’Riley will leave the club.