Celtic face Saracchi decision and cup selection calls
Projections tip Celtic to finish 3rd and drop to Conference League, unless they beat Dunfermline to reach the Europa League. Champions League absence could cost versus last season’s £40m haul.
Darren O’Dea says Reo Hatate is Celtic’s best midfielder but hints at an ‘underlying problem’ limiting minutes, and claims Sebastian Tounekti looks ‘petrified’ in the final third despite his talent.
Odsonne Edouard says being called a ‘gamble’ angered him amid Celtic links. After Palace and Leicester struggles, he joined Lens, hit 12 goals and insists he was underestimated.
Racing Club target Celtic loanee Marcelo Saracchi, with a permanent Parkhead move unlikely. The left back has 22 appearances and 1 goal. Ex-Nigeria star backs Kelechi Iheanacho after his 6-2 semi-final brace.
Pat Bonner urges Celtic to start Kelechi Iheanacho and James Forrest after the 6-2 extra-time win over St Mirren, eyeing momentum for the Scottish Cup final against Dunfermline.
Lazio and Nottingham Forest monitor Arne Engels after Celtic rejected £25m in January. The Belgian has returned from injury and started in the 6-2 win over St Mirren, but his long-term future is unclear.
Celtic are eyeing Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper Pierce Charles as a long-term option to replace Kasper Schmeichel, with Rangers also keen after Wednesday’s relegation to League One.
Green Brigade and Bhoys Celtic urge fans to create a 12th-man atmosphere versus Falkirk and for home games with Rangers and Hearts, backing Martin O’Neill in a tight title race.
Gordon Strachan praises Martin O’Neill’s Celtic stint but rules out a return to management, saying he lacks the drive despite knowing the game better than ever.
SPFL confirm 2026/27 fixtures will be released on 18 June at 12:00. Premiership starts 1-2 August 2026, ends 15-16 May 2027. Celtic set to host first Glasgow derby before a return at Ibrox in early 2027.
