Overview
- Celtic have formally contacted the Columbus Crew and are working toward a deal to hire Nancy, with sources describing progress toward an agreement.
- Interim Martin O’Neill, with Shaun Maloney, is set to oversee the Europa League trip to Feyenoord and the visit to Hibernian, with reports pointing to a Dec. 1 start for Nancy and a potential first game against Dundee on Dec. 3.
- Discussions cover which Crew staff will join, with assistant Kwame Ampadu, analyst Max Chalier and fitness chief Jules Gueguen named in reports, while Yoann Damet is also mentioned as a possible Crew head-coach candidate.
- Nancy’s candidacy is underpinned by recent success in North America, including MLS Cup 2023, Leagues Cup 2024 and the 2024 MLS Coach of the Year award.
- Speculation suggests January targets could include Columbus players such as striker Wessam Abou Ali and winger Diego Rossi, though these potential moves remain unconfirmed.