Brendan Rodgers, having faced dismissal in April amidst Leicester City’s relegation scare, is poised for a return to Celtic as manager after a gap of four years and four months.
The Northern Irishman is projected to sign a long-term deal with the Scottish champions, stepping into the shoes of Ange Postecoglou, who recently moved to Tottenham.
Rodgers was relieved of his duties at Leicester after the team was demoted from the Premier League.
Glasgow could officially declare his comeback as their club manager as soon as the coming Monday.
The 50-year-old experienced a highly successful tenure at Celtic from 2016 to 2019, clinching seven consecutive domestic titles, including a flawless first domestic season and back-to-back trebles.
His abrupt exit in the middle of the 2018-19 season to join Leicester led to public criticism from some Celtic fans, who accused him of disloyalty.
Despite this, Rodgers, a lifelong Celtic supporter, had a significant run with the Foxes for four years, steering them to their first-ever FA Cup final victory and securing their participation in European football, including a semi-final spot in the Europa Conference League.
However, his tenure at Leicester ended on a sour note as the club faced relegation after their fifth loss in six league games.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Brendan Rodgers Celtic Return
Who is expected to become Celtic’s new manager?
Brendan Rodgers is expected to be appointed as the new manager of Celtic.
When did Brendan Rodgers leave Celtic initially?
Brendan Rodgers initially left Celtic midway through the 2018-19 season to join Leicester City.
Who is Brendan Rodgers replacing as Celtic’s manager?
Brendan Rodgers is expected to replace Ange Postecoglou as the manager of Celtic.
What were Brendan Rodgers’ accomplishments in his first spell at Celtic?
In his first tenure at Celtic between 2016 and 2019, Rodgers delivered seven consecutive domestic titles, including an unbeaten first domestic season and back-to-back trebles.
Why did Brendan Rodgers leave Leicester City?
Brendan Rodgers was sacked by Leicester City in April after the team fell into the relegation zone following a series of defeats.
More about Brendan Rodgers Celtic Return
- Brendan Rodgers’ Leicester City Tenure
- Celtic FC Official Website
- Ange Postecoglou’s Move to Tottenham
- Rodgers’ First Spell at Celtic
5 comments
Leicester City’s loss Celtic’s gain, quite a turn of events for Rodgers!
can’t believe rodgers is comin back.. really?? after he left us midway last time? not convinced at all…
who cares if he left last time, look at what he achieved. he’ll bring the glory days back to paradise!
Gud news if it’s tru! Rodgers knos how to get the best out of the bhoys. Fingers crossed!
not so sure about this. Ange was doin a decent job…why bring Rodgers back when he might just leave us again?