Colin Dempster details Celtic recruitment and transfer deadline day operations

Celtic executives Michael Nicholson and Chris McKay manage a high-pressure, time-sensitive pipeline to finalize player transfers before regulatory deadlines. The process requires board-level sign-off on fees and contract terms, such as salary and image rights, before international medical assessments can occur. Players often travel to specialized London facilities for intensive scans and cardiac evaluations, which club doctors use to assess injury risks. The final stage involves drafting complex employment agreements that include performance incentives and long-term security. Brian Wilson and Dermot Desmond have faced criticism regarding the club's recent performance in Champions League recruitment.

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