The Importance of Pre-Season for Celtic
Brendan Rodgers’ pre-season preparations have been instrumental in Celtic’s success, and this year’s campaign is crucial, especially with the Champions League qualifiers looming. While some supporters may be growing restless due to the lack of noise on the signing front, the sealed deal for Benjamin Nygren is a positive sign.
No Time to Waste
With the Champions League qualifiers back on the horizon, Celtic can’t afford to waste any time in bolstering their squad. Rodgers will want his team to hit the ground running, just like they did last season, when they won 16 of their first 18 Premiership matches.
Rodgers’ Experience
The manager knows firsthand the challenges of navigating the qualifiers without a full deck of cards. He’s been there before, juggling a makeshift squad and scrambling to make it to the group phase. This time around, he’ll want to be as prepared as possible, with his key players in camp for the trips to Portugal and Italy.
Gaps to Fill
While Kieran Tierney has signed, Celtic still need to address several areas of their squad. With Greg Taylor leaving, they’ll need backup for their left-back position. The arrival of Nygren and Ross Doohan is a step in the right direction, but they’ll still be looking for a new striker to replace the likes of Kyogo Furuhashi.
Pre-Season Preparations
For Rodgers’ pre-season campaign to have maximum impact, having some of the targeted new faces on board would be beneficial. With so much on the line, Celtic can’t afford to delay their preparations. The manager and his team will be eager to get as much done as possible, and having a fully formed squad will be crucial in their quest for success.
