Overview
- The Telegraph reports Columbus Crew head coach Wilfried Nancy is on Celtic's initial list of candidates to succeed Brendan Rodgers.
- Nancy's résumé includes the 2023 MLS Cup with Columbus and a recent Coach of the Year award after earlier success with CF Montréal.
- Asked about the links before facing FC Cincinnati, Nancy said, "I have nothing to say regarding that."
- Other names reported in contention include Robbie Keane, Kieran McKenna and Ange Postecoglou, with McKenna not expected to leave Ipswich and a return for Postecoglou played down as Italian reports link him with Genoa.
- Practical factors cited in reports include MLS season timing and potential compensation for clubs, while O'Neill has begun his interim spell with a 4-0 win and preparation for a cup semi-final against Rangers.