Celtic Assistant Coach Maloney Takes Charge
Celtic assistant coach Shaun Maloney was at the helm of training on Friday as the club prepared for their upcoming Premiership clash against Kilmarnock. The match is scheduled for Sunday and marks the second league fixture of the season.
Manager Martin O'Neill, who has been absent due to a small medical procedure earlier in the week, will not be present for the game. It remains uncertain whether he will return to manage Celtic during this crucial encounter at Rugby Park.
Training Session Details
Despite ongoing speculation about their futures, Alistair Johnston and Arne Engels trained with the team. Johnston has been linked with a move to Everton, while West Ham have had two bids for him rejected by his current club. Celtic are also considering bringing in new players, with interest in Oviedo winger Hassiem Hassan, Frosinone wide man Fares Ghedjemis, and Paderborn midfielder Mika Baur.
Celtic's next challenge comes at the end of this month when they face LASK in a Champions League play-off. The club is keen to strengthen their squad before that important tie, as they aim to defend their Premiership title. They began their league campaign with a 1-0 victory over Dundee on Monday night, with O'Neill present at the match.
