Celtic’s search for their next manager continues, with interim head coach Martin O’Neill admitting he hopes for some clarity on the club’s position over the international break.
Following the resignation of Brendan Rodgers a fortnight ago, the 73-year-old former title winning Celtic boss was placed in interim charge of the club, and has been able to win three of his first four games in charge, scoring 12 goals in the process, though he admitted it is not yet known if he will be handed the reins on a more permanent basis following his side’s 4-0 win over Kilmarnock on Sunday.
With the decision of who will be appointed as the next boss of the Parkhead outfit, a decision that chairman Peter Lawwel will be desperate to get right, with Celtic trailing league leaders Hearts by seven points at the top of the Scottish Premiership and in danger of losing their crown as champions of Scotland.
Craig Bellamy, Kjetil Knutsen, Wilfried Nancy, and O’Neill himself are all in the running to be Celtic’s next head coach, but based on win percentage, who would be the best man for the job?
Here is every candidate for the next Celtic job ranked on their career win percentage, from lowest to highest:
1. Shaun Maloney - 35.8%
The Celtic interim assistant has had spells in charge of Hibs and Wigan Athletic. | Michael Regan Photo: Michael Regan
2. Craig Bellamy - 42.86%
The Wales head coach has only taken charge of 14 games in his managerial career, all as manager of his national side. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
3. Roberto Martinez - 45.78
The Portugal head coach has been mentioned as a potential contender for the Celtic job. He's also enjoyed spells with Belgium, Everton, Swansea City, and Wigan Atheltic. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
4. Kieran McKenna - 46.28%
Has managed close to 200 games as Ipswich Town manager, and Celtic were reported to be keen on bringing him to Parkhead in the aftermath of Brendan Rodgers resignation. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images