McGregor commits to Celtic amid manager speculation, Gerrard explains Rangers decision
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Callum McGregor has assured Celtic of his commitment after discussions with chief executive Michael Nicholson. Martin O'Neill suggested the midfielder could eventually manage the club, countering speculation about a potential move to Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, Steven Gerrard shared insights on turning down a return to Rangers, citing family and recruiting concerns. Celtic's transfer activity includes rejected offers for players such as Kieran Tierney and an ongoing pursuit of Mika Baur from Paderborn.
- •Callum McGregor commits to Celtic for the long term.
- •Martin O'Neill sees McGregor as a future manager.
- •Gerrard declined to return to Rangers due to family reasons.
- •Celtic rejected an approach for Kieran Tierney.
- •Ongoing talks for Mika Baur after failed initial bids.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — McGregor tipped as future boss as he commits to Celtic - gossip
- 6:55 AMBBC Football — McGregor tipped as future boss as he commits to Celtic - gossip
"Martin O'Neill tips Callum McGregor as a future Celtic manager as the midfielder commits his future to the club while Steven Gerrard reveals the reasons why he did not return as Rangers boss.
"Martin O'Neill tips Callum McGregor as a future Celtic manager as the midfielder commits his future to the club while Steven Gerrard reveals the reasons why he did not return as Rangers boss.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 7:00 AMMcGregor tipped as future boss as he commits to Celtic - gossip
Martin O'Neill tips Callum McGregor as a future Celtic manager as the midfielder commits his future to the club while Steven Gerrard reveals the reasons why he did not return as Rangers boss.
- BBC FootballAug 3, 2026, 6:55 AMMcGregor tipped as future boss as he commits to Celtic - gossip
Martin O'Neill tips Callum McGregor as a future Celtic manager as the midfielder commits his future to the club while Steven Gerrard reveals the reasons why he did not return as Rangers boss.
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