Martin O’Neill reportedly wants Mark Fotheringham and Shaun Maloney to remain part of his Celtic coaching staff, but a fresh report suggests both men have been offered substantial wage cuts.
Continuity is often one of the biggest factors behind a successful season, particularly when a manager has assembled a coaching staff he trusts.
That is why the latest claim surrounding O’Neill’s staff of Mark Fotheringham and Shaun Maloney is likely to attract plenty of attention.
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Martin O’Neill’s Celtic plans appear clear
Managers do not usually fight to keep staff members they can easily replace. If O’Neill is pushing for continuity behind the scenes, it suggests he believes his current team played an important role in the work carried out last season.
Journalist Callum McFadden has shared what appears to be holding up the official announcement of O’Neill as Celtic manager and it makes for grim reading.
Both coaches played a pivotal role in turning a shambolic season into a double-winning campaign and if this report is accurate, Celtic supporters will be furious at the latest update.
Latest Celtic report raises fresh questions
According to respected journalist Callum McFadden, O’Neill wants both men to remain on his coaching staff following last season.
However, McFadden also reports that both staff members have been offered substantial wage cuts to stay at the club.
If O’Neill sees both figures as important members of his staff, supporters may wonder why reduced terms are reportedly being discussed.
Celtic now hold the key to the situation
McFadden adds that the matter is now in the club’s hands to resolve.
That means there is still time for an agreement to be reached.
At this stage, there is nothing to suggest either staff member is definitely leaving, but uncertainty rarely helps preparations ahead of a new season.
Celtic can still secure the outcome O’Neill wants
The most significant part of this story is O’Neill’s reported position.
Managers place enormous value on trusted staff, particularly after a productive season. If the Celtic boss believes both men should remain in place, retaining them would appear the most logical outcome.
The situation remains ongoing, but the next move now appears to belong to Celtic.
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