Renowned football pundit Hugh Keevins is backing Celtic to clinch the league title, but has delivered a stern warning to manager Brendan Rodgers and his squad.
Despite the significant changes happening at Ibrox, Celtic has already secured six signings this summer and remains the clear frontrunner for the championship. Russell Martin is orchestrating a revamp at Rangers, bringing in a slew of new players in an attempt to challenge the dominance of the Bhoys.
The upcoming title race promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with Keevins cautioning Celtic about the repercussions of missing out on the league title to their Glasgow rivals.
Keevins believes that if Rangers manage to clinch the title with their revamped team of players from lower-tier clubs, it would be a disastrous waste of Celtic’s financial advantage. He emphasized the importance of Celtic making the most of their superior resources in order to maintain their supremacy over their rivals.
With ample funds and the recent boost from Nicolas Kuhn’s transfer to Como, Celtic has the means to outshine Rangers and other competitors in the market. Keevins stresses that allowing Rangers to swoop in and disrupt their quest for a fifth consecutive title would be a massive missed opportunity for Celtic.
While Rangers prepare for their Champions League qualifier, Celtic is still fine-tuning their squad in pre-season. Despite a disappointing 3-2 loss to Estrela da Amadora in a closed-door match, Rodgers remains optimistic about the team’s readiness for the upcoming season.
Rodgers acknowledged some lapses in the team’s performance but sees it as a crucial step towards reaching their peak form. With key players like Kieran Tierney and Benjamin Nygren gaining valuable minutes, Rodgers is confident that Celtic will improve their sharpness and be fully prepared for the challenges ahead.
