Celtic face Robbie Keane challenge as Southampton odds tumble
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Credit: Imago Fri 22 May 2026 17:30, UK Celtic are searching for their next manager and have been heavily linked with Robbie Keane.The 45-year-old is expected to resign at Ferencvaros, which has heightened rumours about a potential Parkhead return.However, Southampton could also be on the hunt for a new manager this summer after Tonda Eckert’s involvement in the spygate scandal has seen calls for him to be sacked.Now, Keane is tipped to take over at the Saints, with his odds tumbling to 16/1, making him an outsider for the role.As a result, Celtic now face serious competition for Keane as they search for a manager for the 2026-27 campaign. 👔 Celtic Manager News 👔 Get the inside track on the Parkhead dugout with real-time updates on shortlisted candidates, live betting market shifts, and key boardroom decisions. VISIT THE MANAGER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Robbie Keane in demand ahead of Ferencvaros departureKeane has no doubt impressed early in his management career.The former Republic of Ireland international has won trophies at both Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ferencvaros.Robbie Keane’s record at FerencvarosGames managed82Wins51Draws16Losses15Win percentage62.20%HonoursNemzeti Bajnoksag I x1, Magyar Kupa x1Keane has a solid record at FerencvarosTherefore, it is of little surprise that he is a wanted man this summer.On top of Celtic, Slovan Bratislava have also been linked to the 45-year-old and have declared their interest in bringing him in.Crystal Palace have also been heavily linked with Keane, with Oliver Glasner set to leave Selhurst Park at the end of the season.
Tottenham Hotspur were also a rumoured destination before their appointment of Igor Tudor and then Roberto De Zerbi earlier this season.As a result, there is no guarantee that Celtic are able to tempt Keane to Parkhead this summer.Who else could Celtic appoint?Football Insider has exclusively revealed that Celtic could offer Roberto Martinez a sizeable contract to move to the club this summer.The former Everton boss is currently preparing for the 2026 World Cup with Portugal. However, his future after the summer tournament is less certain.Celtic will have to offer a generous deal to Martinez to tempt him to Parkhead, with several other clubs also likely to be interested in his services.Martinez has been linked with a move to the Hoops since the sacking of Wilfried Nancy in January.However, it remains to be seen if he will make the move to Celtic after the 2026 World Cup, with Portugal’s performance in the tournament likely to be a crucial factor.