Nygren flops as Sweden lose 3–1 to Norway
Your guy Benjamin Nygren had a rough one for Sweden on Monday. The Celtic winger started in a 1–3 defeat to Norway and the Swedish press did not hold back. He was anonymous for large spells, struggled to impose himself, and the performance will raise questions about his sharpness heading into a massive summer for the club. (1)
Keane talk has fans raging
The backlash is real. As Robbie Keane moves closer to being named your next permanent manager, the fanbase is not holding back. It's a name that splits opinion hard, the idea of a 'dream team' with Martin O'Neill has been floated, but plenty of supporters see it differently. If the board pushes this through, they better be ready for the noise. (3)
McCracken race reignites after deal falls apart
A door has cracked open. Jon McCracken's move elsewhere has collapsed, and Celtic have been given fresh encouragement that the goalkeeper could be available on a free. With the club already chasing Dutch keeper Jari De Busser, the scramble between the sticks is one to watch. But here's the catch: no permanent manager, no signings. That's the warning from those who know the market. (2)
Vitalis interest firms up
Scouts have been seriously impressed by Gyor midfielder Milan Vitalis, and Celtic are preparing a move. Title-winner, ball-carrier, the kind of profile the rebuild desperately needs. Like everything else this summer, it will hinge on the dugout being sorted first. Good player. But good luck convincing anyone to commit without knowing who the boss is. (4)
