Celtic hope Maeda is fit for Rangers as scouting steps up
Andy Townsend doubts a Parkhead move suits Evan Ferguson due to persistent injuries and confidence, though he says the striker could thrive at Celtic if he gets fully fit and mentally ready.
AS Roma and Sevilla monitor ex-Celtic left-back Alexandro Bernabei after 71 Internacional games. A sell-on clause could hand Celtic cash if the 25-year-old secures a transfer.
Celtic U15 winger Zion Pullan, born in Tudela, earns Spain U15 call-up after 93 G/A this season. Eligibility links him with Athletic Bilbao, with Sevilla-sized interest noted.
Sebastian Tounekti says Celtic’s 12th man at Parkhead gives them a title edge. He hails recent momentum, targets ending the derby drought vs Rangers, and urges the Green Brigade to drive the final push.
Celtic eye a summer midfield addition and have reportedly opened talks over a £10m target viewed as an upgrade on Reo Hatate.
Opinion blasts Celtic’s season-ticket renewal drive as visionless, criticising Michael Nicholson and the board amid calls for a new manager, director of football, CEO, recruitment overhaul and squad reset.
Ian Durrant urges Rangers to outwork Celtic in Sunday’s Old Firm, play for pride and match intensity after the Hearts defeat left them adrift.
Despite a turbulent season, Celtic chase the title and Scottish Cup under Martin O’Neill, while uncertainty lingers over next season’s manager, football structure and boardroom amid fan unrest.
Victor Wanyama plans to start coaching at Celtic after completing his UEFA A Licence, praising Wilfried Nancy’s influence and reflecting on his Parkhead past.
Ex-ref Des Roache says Hibs’ equaliser v Celtic should have been ruled out for Joe Newell handball, insisting VAR erred and a penalty to Celtic should have been given.
Ryan Stevenson tips Rangers to win at Parkhead with pressure off, says Hearts could seal the title early and expects Celtic to provide a guard of honour if required.
Celtic scouted Motherwell’s Elijah Just at Falkirk, with midfield targets also including Marc Leonard. Bhoys assess options as they eye summer reinforcements ahead of trips to Fir Park and hosting Hearts.
Martin O'Neill says Daizen Maeda is making good progress and he is confident the in-form forward will be fit to face Rangers after limping off post-Hibs win, having scored 4 in his last 3.
‘Jinky’s Journey’ saw around 80 fans walk 7 miles from Viewpark to Celtic Park honouring Jimmy Johnstone, raising funds for Celtic FC Foundation’s Lions Lunch Breaks and MND Scotland.
Ibrox analysis predicts Danny Rohl to make changes at Parkhead, with Ryan Naderi and Tuur Rommens in, and James Tavernier dropped, as Rangers aim to dent Celtic’s title push.
