Celtic news: Ange Postecoglou odds tumble for manager role
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Credit: Imago Wed 1 April 2026 17:15, UK Celtic remain on the hunt for their manager for the 2026-27 campaign, with Ange Postecoglou linked to the role.With Martin O’Neill set to depart at the end of the season, multiple coaches have been linked to the role.One man who has been continuously linked since the departure of Wilfred Nancy is Postecoglou, with the 60-year-old overseeing an incredible spell in charge of the club between 2021 and 2023.Now, the manager has been placed at 12/1 to take over in the summer, with Oddschecker on 1 April confirming that these odds have been slashed.Below, Football Insider has explored whether a Postecoglou appointment could still be a success at Celtic. 👔 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 Can Ange Postecoglou return Celtic dominance to Scotland?Since Postecoglou departed Celtic for the Premier League, his managerial career has overseen mixed results.While he did deliver the Europa League title to Tottenham Hotspur last season, he also oversaw their decline domestically, which has resulted in them fighting relegation this season.Ange Postecoglou’s career at Celtic Games managed 113Wins 83Draws12Losses18Win percentage 73.45%Honours Scottish Premiership x2, Scottish League Cup x2, Scottish Cup x1Postecoglou was highly successful at Celtic His time at Nottingham Forest was also abysmal, with the manager lasting just 39 days after failing to win any of his eight matches in charge.Therefore, many fans will be sceptical if Postecoglou can repeat his previous feats at Celtic, especially with the manager being stubborn about his style of play.Credit: ImagoHowever, the 60-year-old previously showed that he was capable of rebuilding the Hoops’ squad, bringing in multiple bargains that led to five trophies.If he is given the backing in the summer transfer window and time to embed these players, there is every chance he can succeed.Will Celtic back their incoming manager in the summer transfer window?Football Insider exclusively revealed that Celtic would have a busy summer of recruitment when their new manager arrives.However, qualification for the Champions League will be needed to afford a complete overhaul.As it stands, the Hoops are currently set to miss out on this feat, sitting third in the Scottish Premiership after their defeat to Dundee United before the international break.Therefore, time is running out for O’Neill to at least achieve a top-two finish, or they could be scrabbling to win the Scottish Cup at the end of the season to ensure Europa League football.