The main headlines surround Celtic once more, their exit from the Betfred Cup to Ross County and the subsequent fan protests outside Parkhead as supporters chanted to Neil Lennon to leave, but in a less polite way. It was the shock of the last-16 and increases the pressure on the under-fire manager again.
It appeared Hearts’ defeat to Alloa Athletic on Saturday would be the big shock from the competition but with the Scottish champions finally losing a domestic cup match for what feels like the first time in 40 years it opens up the competition.
Scroll down and click through for all of Monday’s Scottish football news.
5. Lennon wants time
Celtic boss Neil Lennon believes he should get more time to turn it around as the pressure continues to grow. Fans protested after Ross County knocked them out of the Betfred Cup. Lennon said: “There is plenty of time to turn it around. But it’s alright me saying that. We have to show it with action now. And I think I should get more time at it, but if not then so be it.” (The Scotsman) Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
6. But time could be up...
Neil Lennon could be sacked within the next 48 hours. Talks are planned by club officials to decide on the Northern Irishman’s future. He revealed last week that he had the backing of the board and Peter Lawwell but things could change after the defeat to Ross County and subsequent fan protest. (Scottish Sun) Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
7. Sutton on Lennon and fans
Ex-Celtic ace Chris Sutton believes former team-mate Neil Lennon “can’t stay on” after the loss to Ross County. However, the pundit hit out at fans for chanting for his removal branding them a “disgrace” and calling them “self entitled arses”. (Various) Photo: SNS Group Alan Harvey
8. Huge buyout clause for Kent tipped
Rangers have been tipped to insert a HUGE buyout clause in any new contract for Ryan Kent. The winger is believed to have one in his current deal. Pundit Danny Mills reckons any contract renewal could see it increased to £30milllion or £40million. (Football Insider) Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group