🗞️ Drama at Celtic! Brendan Rodgers steps down as manager, leaving fans and club officials buzzing with mixed emotions. 🌪️
After a tough 3-1 defeat to unexpected leaders Hearts, Rodgers decided to call it quits, leaving Celtic’s majority shareholder, Dermot Desmond, to reveal some behind-the-scenes tensions. In a strongly-worded statement, Desmond accused Rodgers of being “divisive, misleading, and self-serving.”
It seems Rodgers had been vocal about not getting the backing he wanted in the summer, especially after striker Adam Idah’s departure to Swansea City. However, Desmond countered, saying Rodgers had “full knowledge, approval, and endorsement” of every move made during the transfer window. 💥
Desmond expressed his disappointment, noting that when Rodgers was brought back two years ago, the club trusted him to lead into a new era of success. Despite offering Rodgers a contract extension, Desmond claims Rodgers misled the public by implying no such commitment existed.
In recent months, Rodgers publicly aired grievances about transfers and club operations without any prior concerns raised in private meetings. Desmond stands firm, stating that Rodgers was backed consistently, even given the final say on football matters.
Now, the focus shifts to restoring harmony within the club, strengthening the squad, and continuing Celtic’s legacy. Desmond assures that Celtic will rise above this, with a renewed spirit to dominate in domestic and European fronts. 🍀
What are your thoughts on this fiery fallout? Can Celtic bounce back stronger? Share your views in the comments! ⬇️