Celtic are back in league action this Sunday as struggling Motherwell visit Celtic Park.
Neil Lennon’s men suffered a real setback on Wednesday night against Ferencvaros and will be aiming to get the disgruntled Hoops support back on side with a commanding performance and result against the Steelmen.
Stephen Robinson’s men have been struggling lately themselves, but could be boosted by their comprehensive 5-1 Europa League victory over Glentoran on Thursday.
Here’s the team we’re predicting Lennon to field on Sunday.
A first-start, but not for Turnbull
Vasilis Barkas will get the nod again despite receiving a little bit of criticism following the game in midweek. He wasn’t entirely convincing for the Hungarians’ winning goal, and will hope for a solid performance and a clean sheet.
Jeremie Frimpong will likely return to the first-team for this domestic encounter, while Nir Bitton’s groin injury should mean that both Christopher Jullien and Kristoffer Ajer keep their place, with Greg Taylor at left-back.
In midfield, the big question will be whether David Turnbull is given his debut against his old team.
We think he will be, but only from the bench. We can’t see Lennon dropping either Scott Brown or Callum McGregor, while James Forrest, Ryan Christie and Mohamed Elyounoussi will also be picked from the start.
Up top, we’re tipping the gaffer to do the unthinkable and actually play a striker, giving Albian Ajeti his first start for the club.
In other news, John Hartson has reaffirmed his support for under-fire Celtic boss Neil Lennon with a strongly worded tweet
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