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Celtic manager O'Neill hopes to retain Hatate ahead of playoff

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Celtic manager O'Neill hopes to retain Hatate ahead of playoff

Summary

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill expressed his hope that midfielder Reo Hatate will remain with the club as they prepare to face Austrian champions LASK in their Champions League playoff. O'Neill praised Hatate's past form, indicating a desire for him to recapture his success at Celtic. Despite financial challenges, the club has invested in new players this summer, including Danish striker Kasper Høgh and World Cup star Haissem Hassan. O'Neill acknowledged the recent departure of midfielder Arne Engels to West Ham, highlighting the impact of these changes on the team. The match against LASK presents a return to Champions League management for O'Neill after several years.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic plays LASK in Champions League playoff this week.
•O'Neill hopes to retain Reo Hatate amid transfer speculation.
•Celtic secured major signings this summer, including Høgh and Hassan.
•Arne Engels has left for West Ham, impacting team depth.
•O'Neill returns to Champions League management for first time since 2004.

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Celtic manager Martin O’Neill says he hopes Reo Hatate will stay at Celtic and become “one of the best players in Scotland” again.The Glasgow giants host Austrian champions LASK in the first leg...
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