Celtic: This is when Robbie Keane will hold talks with Parkhead chiefs as appointment looms

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Credit: Imago Mon 1 June 2026 14:18, UK Celtic‘s board members are set to meet with Robbie Keane on Monday evening as he is earmarked as the frontrunner to be their new permanent manager.The Hoops are aiming to appoint a new full-time boss after Martin O’Neill’s interim spell in charge ended following their cup final win against Dunfermline.Several candidates have been mooted to take over at Parkhead this summer, with Keane believed to be a leading contender as it stands.The former Celtic striker left his role as Ferencvaros boss at the end of May after leading them to a Hungarian top-flight title and a cup triumph in 16 months at the club.Celtic’s next manager is set to be hired soon as they enter a new era, with the Irishman now set for talks as he becomes the clear favourite for the job. 👔 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 set for Celtic managerial talks on Monday nightAccording to a new report from journalist Alan Nixon, via Patreon, Keane is set to speak with Celtic chiefs about becoming their new manager on Monday night.The location and exact time of the meeting are unknown as it stands, but the ex-Hoops man is keen to take the job and hopes to impress his prospective employers.If he does impress during the meeting, then the expectation is that he will be offered the chance to be their next boss.