Celtic: Martin O’Neill confirmed as permanent manager

Martin O’Neill has been confirmed as Celtic’s permanent manager after two interim spells in charge last season which resulted in a Premiership and Scottish Cup double.

The 74-year-old has agreed to stay at Parkhead on a one-year deal with an option for a further year following talks with Celtic’s major shareholder Dermot Desmond.

O’Neill returned to Celtic – 20 years after a successful five-year spell as manager – on a temporary basis following the departure of Brendan Rodgers at the end of October.

He won all domestic games during his eight matches in charge, with the only defeat coming to Midtjylland in the Europa League, but Wilfred made way for Nancy.

However, the Frenchman left after six defeats in eight matches, prompting O’Neill’s return to the end of the season in early January.