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O'Neill and Keane vie for Celtic manager position as Hearts sign forwards

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

O'Neill and Keane vie for Celtic manager position as Hearts sign forwards
Summary

Martin O'Neill and Robbie Keane are reported to be in contention for the Celtic manager's position. O'Neill, who served as interim manager, is up against Keane, who recently left Ferencvaros. The Celtic board is meeting with Keane, viewed as a frontrunner, while Hearts of Midlothian is closing in on two forward signings. The outcome of the managerial search could influence Celtic's plans for the upcoming season as they adjust their coaching staff and player contracts.

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By the Numbers
  • •O'Neill and Keane compete for Celtic's managerial role.
  • •Celtic board to meet with Keane for discussions.
  • •Hearts nearing signings of two forwards.
  • •O'Neill led Celtic during a successful interim period.
  • •Keane would prefer a specific backroom team if appointed.
Latest Updates
  • 9:08 PMYahoo Sports — Keane v O'Neill: Celtic's big decision?
  • 9:04 PMBBC Sport — Keane v O'Neill: Celtic's big decision?
  • 10:36 AMYahoo Sports — O'Neill over Keane a 'no-brainer' for Celtic?
  • 7:16 AMYahoo Sports — 'O'Neill and Keane in battle for Celtic job' - gossip
  • 6:57 AMBBC Football — 'O'Neill and Keane in battle for Celtic job' - gossip
What they're saying
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Title-winning interim manager Martin O'Neill and Robbie Keane, who recently quit as Ferencvaros head coach, are in a straight fight for the Celtic job, with major shareholder Dermot Desmond holding talks with the latter on Monday. Celtic's board members were set to meet with Robbie Keane on Monday evening as the former Republic of Ireland striker is earmarked as the frontrunner to be their new permanent manager.

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Amid speculation it is now a straight fight between Robbie Keane and Martin O'Neill for the Celtic manager's job, we asked who you would like to see appointed. Henry: Stick with Martin O'Neill, if he feels he can continue. Edward: Celtic need to embrace O'Neill for one more season.

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Martin O'Neill and Robbie Keane are reportedly in a head-to-head battle to be Celtic manager as Heart of Midlothian are said to be close to signing two forwards.

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