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Martin O'Neill to remain Celtic manager after period of reflection
Reports from BBC Sport and Sky Sports indicate Martin O'Neill has confirmed his intention to stay on as Celtic manager following the international break.
Written by GFR African Desk · AR001100
Martin O'Neill has decided to remain in his position as Celtic manager following a period of reflection during the international break, according to media reports.
Both BBC Sport and Sky Sports reported that the manager evaluated his future while domestic action was paused, concluding that he intends to continue in the role.
Period of reflection
According to BBC Sport, O'Neill indicated he is determined to lead Celtic forward after using the international pause to consider his position. Sky Sports separately reported that his decision to stay on followed careful thought about his future at the club.
Focus returns to club football
Neither outlet cited an official statement from Celtic, leaving specific details of any internal discussions unconfirmed. However, both reports indicate that O'Neill will remain in charge as the team prepares to resume their fixtures.
Sources
- BBC Sport Football — Midfield options and a fab front four - what we've learned about England
- BBC Sport Football — Football Daily
- BBC Sport Football — O'Neill 'just as determined' to lead Celtic after considering future
- Sky Sports Football — Who are the winners and losers of England's international break?
- Sky Sports Football — O'Neill confirms decision to stay on as Celtic boss
- Sky Sports Football — Was it right to default Medvedev for hitting spectator with ball?
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