Shock as Brendan Rodgers resigns as Celtic manager

Brendan Rodgers has resigned as Celtic manager in a shock move. The Scottish Champions confirmed the news in an update late on Monday afternoon. Yesterday, Celtic lost 3-1 at Tynecastle in a result that saw Hearts go eight points clear. It was clear that Rodgers was not happy with the club’s hierarchy and appears to have decided that he can no longer work under these conditions.

In a statement, Celtic thanked Rodgers for his efforts across two spells and revealed that Martin O’Neill and Shaun Maloney will take interim charge while the club search for a permanent replacement.

“Celtic Football Club can confirm that football manager Brendan Rodgers has today tendered his resignation. It has been accepted by the Club and Brendan will leave his role with immediate effect.

“The Club appreciates Brendan’s contribution to Celtic during his two very successful periods at the Club.

“Brendan leaves Celtic with our thanks for the role he has played during a period of continued success for the Club and we wish him further success in the future.

“The process to appoint a new permanent manager is underway and the Club will update supporters further on this as soon as possible.

“We are pleased that during this interim period former Celtic manager, Martin O’Neill and former Celtic player, Shaun Maloney have agreed to take charge of Celtic first-team matters. Further details will be confirmed shortly.”