Brendan Rodgers Returns as Celtic Manager: What to Expect
Brendan Rodgers has completed his incredible return to Parkhead as Celtic manager, succeeding Ange Postecoglou. The 50-year-old will embark on his second stint as Hoops manager following his initial spell between 2016 and 2019, after agreeing to terms on a bumper contract that will run for three years.
Rodgers left Celtic in February 2019 to head for Leicester City, where he spent four years, winning the FA Cup before he was axed in April this year. His decision to leave the Scottish champions during the 2018/19 campaign sparked outrage from the Celtic support despite his trophy-laden stint in Glasgow. He lifted seven trophies in his first remarkable spell in Scotland, including back-to-back Trebles and an Invincible campaign in his first season.
Now the manager will return to continue the team’s success after Postecoglou helped secure a world record eighth domestic clean sweep following their Scottish Cup final triumph over Inverness Caley Thistle. It was the Aussie’s last match in charge of the club before heading down south, and Rodgers will now take the reins with Champions League football guaranteed next season.
What to Expect from Rodgers’ Return
Celtic fans can expect Rodgers to continue his winning ways at the club. The Northern Irishman is a proven winner, having won seven trophies out of seven during his first spell at Parkhead. He has also led Leicester City to victory in the FA Cup for the first time in their history, achieving fifth position in the English Premier League on two occasions.
Rodgers is known for his attacking style of play, and fans can expect him to bring that same philosophy back to Celtic. He will be tasked with continuing the club’s domestic success and improving their results in Europe. It’s understood that he’s been given a significant summer transfer budget to put his stamp on Postecoglou’s talented squad.
The manager has also brought in John Kennedy as his assistant manager, along with first-team coaches Stevie Woods, Gavin Strachan, and Harry Kewell, and B Team coaches Stephen McManus and Darren O’Dea. Kennedy has served the club over many years in a playing and coaching capacity, and Rodgers believes he will be very important to himself and their players.
Rodgers’ Return: Reaction from the Club
Celtic Football Club is delighted to announce that Brendan Rodgers has been appointed the club’s new Football Manager on a three-year contract. Parkhead chief executive Michael Nicholson added that they are confident they have identified the best candidate for Celtic. Chairman Peter Lawwell said that they wanted a proven winner, and that’s what Brendan is. Dermot Desmond, Celtic’s principal shareholder, added that they have brought quality back to the club with Brendan’s appointment.
Rodgers himself is excited to return to Celtic, saying that he is hugely excited by this great opportunity. He wants to deliver good football, ensure they have a team they all love to watch, and ultimately bring more success to their fans. He also wanted John Kennedy to be with him as they move forward, as he is a very talented coach, someone he knows well and respects.
Conclusion
Brendan Rodgers’ return to Celtic is a big win for the club. He is a proven winner and knows the club inside out. Fans can expect him to bring his attacking style of play back to Parkhead and continue the club’s domestic success while improving their results in Europe. With a significant summer transfer budget at his disposal, Rodgers will be able to put his stamp on Postecoglou’s talented squad. Celtic fans can look forward to exciting times ahead under Brendan Rodgers’ leadership.