Former Celtic man applies for Aberdeen job in remarkable radio appearance

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BBC Sportsound was interesting listening this afternoon as the Open All Mics panel discussed the future of Aberdeen.

One man reviewing the matches today is former Celtic defender John Hughes, who revealed he had applied for the vacant managerial position at Pittodrie and would relish the opportunity to speak to Dave Cormack.

It’s not often you hear a pundit essentially lay out his pitch for a prospective club live on the radio in a debate setting, but the crazy world of Scottish football can throw up quirks like this from time to time!

Hughes said, live on air [BBC Radio Scotland]: “I’ve applied for the job. I’ve gone through the proper channels and done it right. I think my CV stands up with anyone.

“You have to do these things properly, I’ve tried to do that. I’ve got good experience in Scottish football. I’ve won things that you sort of say, ‘how did he do that?’ in terms of Scottish Cups, and finals.

“Sometimes I think that gets overlooked. Hopefully, I get the chance to speak with them.”

Hughes, who played 47 times for Celtic during the Tommy Burns era, does indeed have some creditable managerial spells in his past.

He famously won the Scottish Cup as manager of Inverness Caledonian Thistle, as well as finishing runners-up in the tournament with Falkirk.

The former defender won PFA Scotland and Writers’ Manager Of The Year awards in 2015 following that success with Caley.

However, there will be scepticism about his suitability for Aberdeen after a recent spell with Dunfermline Athletic that resulted in a relegation to Scottish League One.

But, I’ll give him this, he’s bold and knows how to get his name out there. Using national radio to essentially promote yourself for a high-profile job is as solid a tactic as any!

Aberdeen are looking for a new manager after a dismal period of results under Jim Goodwin, which resulted in his sacking.

In other news, “I’ll maybe play for them again”; Jack Aitchison still thinks about his Celtic goal every day.