O'Neill set for Desmond talks, Rangers eye Shankland

Celtic interim manager Martin O'Neill expects to meet with major shareholder Dermot Desmond in the coming days to discuss his future, with the double-winner's position still unresolved despite delivering both the league title and Scottish Cup. The meeting could determine whether O'Neill stays on permanently after a turbulent season that ended with a 3–1 cup final win over Dunfermline at Hampden Park. Across the city, Rangers are reportedly targeting Hearts striker Lawrence Shankland as they look to strengthen this summer (1).

Sources

  • 1. bbc.com — Rangers want to sign Hearts' Shankland - gossip
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