Martin O’Neill confirms confidence in Celtic's existing centre-backs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Martin O’Neill expressed satisfaction with the current central defenders at Celtic as the new season approaches. Following a rejected bid for Brentford's Benjamin Arthur, O’Neill stated he sees no need to strengthen in this area. He praised Cameron Carter-Vickers' return from injury, indicating it offers a vital balance to the defense. O'Neill highlighted the potential of players like Liam Scales, Auston Trusty, and Dane Murray, reinforcing confidence in the squad. Celtic is set to start their season against Dundee, with Carter-Vickers likely to play due to Scales' suspension for the opening matches.
- •Celtic manages four central defenders for new season.
- •O’Neill optimistic about Carter-Vickers' return from injury.
- •Celtic faces Dundee in their season opener.
- •Liam Scales suspended for first two matches.
- •O’Neill confident in squad depth despite setbacks.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Martin O’Neill content to go with centre-backs already at Celtic
"Martin O’Neill has declared himself to be happy enough to work with the four central defenders already at the club, despite having had a bid for Brentford defender Benjamin Arthur knocked back by th...
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