| Kieran McKenna |
Ipswich Town manager |
Widely reported as a frontrunner thanks to his style, youth, and track record of promotions at Ipswich. (Sky Sports) |
He’s under contract with Ipswich until 2028, so compensation would be required. Also, moving to Scotland from English football is a leap. |
| Ange Postecoglou |
Currently out of work |
Early betting favourite to return; already has history and success at Celtic in his prior spell. (The Independent) |
His recent stints have been mixed, and whether he’d want to return is uncertain. |
| Robbie Keane |
Head coach at Ferencváros |
Enjoyed success in Hungary and previously had a link to Celtic; seen as a bold, fresh option. (TalkSport) |
Less experience in top-tier British football; stepping into a big job immediately could be a significant jump. |
| Kjetil Knutsen |
Bodo/Glimt manager |
His name has surfaced in odds lists and speculation around candidates. (The Scotsman) |
Currently abroad; bringing him in would involve adaptation and convincing him to move leagues. |
| Shaun Maloney |
Interim assistant / former Celtic player |
Already on the inside as interim alongside O’Neill, making him a natural internal candidate. (The Independent) |
Lack of head managerial experience at this level could work against him. |
| Martin O’Neill |
Interim manager at Celtic |
Already back at the club temporarily, with deep ties and success in a previous era. (Reuters) |
He’s clear that his stint is short-term; age and vision continuity might limit his candidacy for the long term. |
| Damien Duff |
Free agent / former manager |
Mentioned in speculative betting markets as a possible option. (The Independent) |
Limited head coaching experience, especially in high-pressure environments. |
| Ole Gunnar Solskjær |
Free agent |
Has appeared in odds lists as a name with pedigree. (The Independent) |
His recent stints have been mixed; success in one setting doesn’t always translate to another. |
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