Brendan Rodgers’ Future at Celtic: Securing Commitment for Long-Term Success
Former Celtic striker Andy Walker has emphasized the need for the club’s board to secure a firm commitment from manager Brendan Rodgers before backing him in the upcoming summer transfer window. Celtic’s performances under Rodgers have been impressive both domestically and in Europe, and the club is the clear favorite to win the Scottish Premiership once again.
However, Walker believes that the team still has room for improvement, particularly when it comes to the depth of the squad. The manager’s contract is set to expire in 2026, and the former Bhoy feels that the club’s board will need assurances from Rodgers that he intends to stay and build for the long term before they are willing to provide the necessary funds for squad strengthening.
“I think you get Brendan Rodgers the tools to strengthen the bench, which might be something they could improve upon,” Walker said on the Go Radio Show. “And if Celtic can speak to Brendan Rodgers; I do not know if he has just re-signed to doing the three years that he signed for or whether he wants to sign an extension.”
The issue of Rodgers’ commitment is a complex one, as the manager controversially left Celtic in 2019 to join Premier League club Leicester City, a move that angered some Bhoys fans. It is unclear whether Rodgers has given up on his Premier League ambitions or if he is now committed to building something long-term at Celtic Park.
Walker believes that the Celtic board’s decision to provide Rodgers with significant funds for squad improvements will depend on the manager’s willingness to stay beyond just the next 12 months.
“I am not sure you would do that, you would want some sort of commitment from that manager that you are going to be here longer than just one more year.”
Investing in the Squad’s Depth for Continued Success
Despite Celtic’s domination in the Scottish Premiership and their improved performances in Europe under Rodgers, Walker sees room for the club to strengthen its squad depth. This could be an area of focus for the club’s board in the upcoming transfer window, but only if they can secure Rodgers’ long-term commitment.
- Improve the strength of the bench to provide more options for the manager
- Ensure the squad has the depth to compete on multiple fronts, both domestically and in European competitions
- Provide Rodgers with the necessary resources to build a squad capable of sustained success
The success of Celtic’s summer transfer plans may hinge on the club’s ability to secure Brendan Rodgers’ commitment to the long-term project at Celtic Park. With the manager’s contract expiring in 2026, the board will need to make a strategic decision on whether to invest heavily in the squad or wait for a clearer indication of Rodgers’ future intentions.
As Celtic fans eagerly await the club’s summer transfer activity, the focus will undoubtedly be on securing Brendan Rodgers’ long-term future at the club. With the manager’s contract ticking down, the board must make a decisive move to ensure the continued success and competitiveness of the team in the years to come.
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