Sean Dyche is open to taking over at Celtic should Martin O’Neill leave the club amid rising pressure on his job.
According to a report by Football Insider, Celtic remain linked with Sean Dyche to become their next manager as the pressure mounts on Martin O’Neill. The experienced manager is expected to see out his deal in Glasgow, although should he leave his post in the near future, the 55-year-old English tactician could be in the frame to replace him.
Celtic are facing scrutiny over their performances, with experienced manager Martin O’Neill under particular pressure. The defeat to arch-rivals Rangers has brought fresh scrutiny on the manager, and his role at the club has come under question.
O’Neill is widely expected to see out his deal, which expires next summer, although the rising pressure could force the club to consider a change midway through the season. Celtic are at the top of the Scottish Premiership table, but the defeat to Rangers has allowed their arch-rivals to close to within two points of the reigning champions, which has left the fans worried.
Sean Dyche to replace Martin O’Neill?
Sean Dyche has been linked with the Celtic job of late as the pressure mounts on O’Neill, with the former Everton manager now seemingly open to taking over in Glasgow. While there are no talks going on in the background with the experienced English manager, things could accelerate if Celtic decide to part ways with O’Neill.
Dyche last managed Nottingham Forest last season, where he lasted for 25 games across all competitions before being sacked. He was also linked with a move to Tottenham at the end of last season, although the 55-year-old was reportedly hesitant to take over the role at the North London side, which eventually appointed Roberto De Zerbi on a long-term deal.
The former Everton boss is widely seen for the value he brings to teams, and there is a feeling that many English sides could keep watch. However, he is open to the Celtic role if there is a change in Glasgow, although for now he will wait for developments regarding O’Neill’s immediate future, as the performances from here on will dictate his time with the reigning Scottish champions.