Celtic reveal two new arrivals as part of 'refresh' at club

Keane, who is the son of former Celtic chairman John Keane, is the founder of Slievemore, a Scotland-based family investment office, and will take up his position immediately, while Buchanan is currently director of corporate affairs at Scottish Water. Buchanan, who also has communications and media experience, will join Celtic at the end of his present role.

Keane and Buchanan will serve as replacements of Peter Lawwell and Tom Allison, who left the board last season. Both men grew up as Celtic supporters, with Buchanan having worked as waiter at the club’s Walfrid Restaurant at Celtic Park.

“I am pleased to confirm that we have appointed two new Non-Executive Directors to fill vacancies created by the retirements of Peter Lawwell and Tom Allison,” said Celtic’s interim chairman Brian Wilson. “This process of board refreshment will continue.

“Our two new directors have excellent credentials, both as lifelong Celtic supporters and highly successful individuals in their professional careers.

"They will bring new ideas and insights to enhance the work of the board, its oversight of the club’s affairs and strengthening of relationships within the whole Celtic Family."

On taking up his position, Keane said: “It is a tremendous honour to be invited to join the board of Celtic. As a lifelong supporter who has attended games for more than 45 years, it is particularly special to have the opportunity to contribute to the Club I have supported all my life.

“I hope to make a positive contribution and to support Celtic’s continued growth and success."

Buchanan said: “Joining the board of Celtic is a great honour. The Club has a remarkable record of success on and off the pitch. I look forward to working with colleagues and using my experience to help Celtic continue to flourish for generations to come.”