“Robbie Keane wouldn’t be in mine, and not because I’ve got anything bad to say about him, just because I don’t know enough about him,” stated Charlie Mulgrew during a recent discussion on the YouTube channel ‘The Breakdown’. This comment reflects Mulgrew’s candid assessment of potential candidates for the managerial position at Celtic FC.
Mulgrew, a former defender for Celtic, has voiced his support for Jens Berthel Askou, Craig Bellamy, and Kjetil Knutsen as suitable candidates to lead the club. He emphasized, “So mine would be Berthel Askou, Craig Bellamy. I’d like to see the Bodo/Glimt manager spoken to.” This endorsement comes in the wake of Celtic’s ongoing search for a new manager, a situation reminiscent of the club’s previous appointment of Brendan Rodgers.
In his analysis, Mulgrew dismissed the prospects of Robbie Keane and Roberto Martinez, highlighting a lack of familiarity with their coaching styles. He remarked, “I don’t know anybody in the category of Brendan Rodgers when they got him at that time,” indicating the high standards expected for the role.
Beyond managerial discussions, Mulgrew also identified potential player signings that could bolster Celtic’s squad. He specifically mentioned Elijah Just and Elliot Watt as players the club should consider acquiring from Motherwell. “Eli Just, what a player. I think he’ll probably be away in the summer, someone will probably come for him,” Mulgrew noted, referencing Just’s impressive debut season in Scottish football, where he scored seven goals and provided seven assists.
Mulgrew praised the style of play introduced by Askou at Motherwell, suggesting that his tactical approach could be beneficial for Celtic. He acknowledged the challenges the club faces in attracting established names, stating that Celtic is a huge club and that such aspirations may be unrealistic.
As the managerial search continues, Mulgrew’s insights provide a glimpse into the expectations and preferences of former players regarding the future direction of Celtic FC. With the club’s ambitions high, the coming weeks will be crucial in determining who will take the helm and how the squad will be shaped for the next season.