Next Celtic manager update amid 'advanced talks' with key contender as brutal Rangers claim made over Patrick Stewart
Celtic and Rangers were both in Scottish Premiership action this past weekend after the international break
Celtic needed a last-gasp Callum McGregor goal to win 1-0 away at St Mirren last time out. The Hoops struck late to pick up all three points against the Buddies. They remain 2nd in the Scottish Premiership table and are four points behind Hearts with a game in-hand.
As for Rangers, they are 4th and are level with Hibernian in 3rd position. The Gers won 2-1 at home to Livingston last time out. Emmanuel Fernandez and Mohamed Diomande got their goals at Ibrox.
Celtic new manager update regarding Wilfried Nancy
Celtic are now in ‘advanced’ talks with Colombus Crew boss Wilfried Nancy, as per BBC Sport. The Hoops have identified the MLS man as their replacement for Brendan Rodgers. Martin O’Neill has been in caretaker charge since Rodgers’ exit from Celtic Park.
Nancy has been in charge of his current club since 2022 and has done an eye-catching job at the helm. He was born in Le Havre, France, and spent his playing days as a defender. He had stints in his native country with teams including Toulon, Olympique Noisy-le-Sec and Orleans before hanging up his boots in 2005. He then delved into the coaching world.
The 48-year-old moved over to Canada in 2011 and worked in the academy at CF Montreal (formerly Montreal Impact) before he landed their top job in 2021 after Thierry Henry’s exit. Nancy won 47% of matches during his time at Saputo Stadium. He then landed the Columbus Crew job three years ago.
The Frenchman has since done an impressive job with the Crew. He won MLS Coach of the Year in 2024 after winning the MLS Cup. His side then finished 7th in the Eastern Conference in their most recent 2025 campaign.
Rangers claim made regarding Patrick Stewart
Rangers announced the exits of Patrick Stewart and Kevin Thelwell on Monday. Stewart was appointed as their CEO back in November 2024 but has been a controversial figure among the fanbase. He has overseen four different managers in that time and the club’s recruitment has been questioned on a number of separate occasions.
Speaking on the latest episode of The Warm-Up podcast, ex-Gers man Kris Boyd has delivered his honest verdict on Stewart’s disappointing spell in Glasgow: “Have you ever seen such a bad transfer window? I don’t see one player who is better than what they had last season. From what I’ve heard, not a lot of people were enjoying the working environment behind the scenes under Stewart. A lot of people want out, and that can’t be a good environment to work in.”
Rangers’ official club statement read: “Rangers Football Club confirms it has parted company with CEO Patrick Stewart and Sporting Director Kevin Thelwell. Rangers expresses its sincere gratitude to both Patrick and Kevin for their leadership and unwavering commitment to the club. Chairman Andrew Cavenagh and Vice Chairman Paraag Marathe have already begun the search process and, until permanent hires are made, Director Fraser Thornton will assume the role of acting CEO.”