Celtic will look to secure another domestic double with a win over Dunfermline Athletic in the Scottish Cup final this weekend, a game which could be Martin O’Neill’s final one in charge of the club.
Having led Celtic to a fifth successive Scottish Premiership title with a 3-1 final-day win over Hearts last week, many supporters are hoping the veteran Irish boss will commit to a longer stay, despite his insistence that his energy levels are too low to continue in the dugout.
Twice taking charge of the club this season, he first stepped into the breach after the resignation of Brendan Rodgers in October, returning to the role on a deal until the end of the season as a replacement for Wilfried Nancy, whose disastrous stint in charge was brought to an end after just 33 days in January.
Will O’Neill opt to stay a club a little longer, or will Celtic be forced to move for a new name in the dugout ? Here are the latest odds for the next permanent Celtic manager.*
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1. Kieran McKenna - 16/1
The Ipswich Town boss was heavily linked earlier this season in the wake of Brendan Rodgers' resignation in October. However, he's now an outsider for the role, having been promoted back to the English Premier League earlier this month. | Local Library Photo: Local Library
2. Shaun Maloney - 16/1
Worked as assistant manager to Martin O'Neill last season, and was credited for his tactical work with players. Could the former Scotland international be the natural successor to the 74-year-old? | SNS Group
3. Steve Clarke - 14/1
The Scotland head coach is reported to close to signing a contract extension until the summer of 2028, but is still listed amongst the favourites to be Celtic's next manager. | SNS Group / SFA
4. Darren Fletcher -14/1
The former Scotland international has no managerial experience outside of a single game in interim charge of Manchester United earlier this season. Currently a youth team coach at Old Trafford, he's priced at 14/1 to be a surprise choice as Celtic's next manager. | SNS Group