Pundit Davie Provan has written in his Scottish Sun column that former manager Brendan Rodgers told him that he was in a ‘no-win situation’ at Celtic prior to his move to Leicester City.
Rodgers’ controversial exit in February doesn’t sit any easier with some fans today than it did back then. Leaving Celtic in the lurch as we competed for multiple trophies, he left Neil Lennon with a difficult task.
While many recognised the Leicester boss would one day leave Celtic, he didn’t not cover himself in glory by hitting the ejector seat button mid-season.
Provan’s comments perhaps bring a bit of insight into his thinking though, with the double-treble winner apparently worried about his perception in England and ultimately worried about getting another Premier League job.
As quoted by The Scottish Sun, he said: “Brendan Rodgers told me he was in a no-win situation in Glasgow. The more he hoovered up trophies, the more English cynics saw the Scottish Premiership as a poor league with no opposition.
“Accused of betrayal by some Celtic fans, Rodgers’ influence now sees Leicester flying in the EPL. While he wouldn’t expect a warm reception at Celtic Park anytime soon, the record books don’t lie.
“Celts were lucky to have him.”
What should we make of these comments?
That Rodgers put so much stock in the opinion of the English Premier League speaks volumes about the kind of manager he was.
Espousing a love and support for the club, ultimately all he cared about was restoring his reputation down south after his Liverpool failures.
Anyone of a Celtic persuasion would see bringing historic success to the club as an honour worth cherishing, regardless of what cash-rich clubs in England think.
He was always likely to do a good job with Leicester, but fans there may also find one day he drops them like a hot stone.
As we continue to enjoy good form and exciting football under Neil Lennon, I can’t say I miss him too much at all.
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