Rangers fans mock Celtic as Martin O’Neill lines up ‘hilarious’ first signing at Parkhead

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Rangers supporters have been quick to poke fun at Celtic after reports emerged that Martin O’Neill, newly back in charge at Parkhead, is lining up a surprising and “hilarious” first signing. The proposed target is portrayed as underwhelming and emblematic of what rival fans see as Celtic’s diminished pulling power in the transfer market, especially compared to the ambitious recruitment underway at Ibrox.

The article explains that O’Neill, brought in to steady Celtic and revive their title challenge, is expected to be active in the January window and is assessing options to reshape his squad. However, this particular mooted deal has become a lightning rod for derision among Rangers fans, who have flooded social media with mocking comments and memes. They argue that the potential signing lacks the quality and stature required for a club of Celtic’s size and that it signals a lack of imagination and ambition in recruitment.

On fan forums and social platforms, Rangers supporters are quoted ridiculing the rumour, suggesting the move would be “peak Celtic” and joking that the player in question would not even make the bench at Ibrox. Some emphasize the contrast between Celtic’s supposed bargain-hunting and Rangers’ perceived push for higher-calibre additions as both clubs jostle for supremacy in the Scottish Premiership.

The piece also notes that Celtic fans are divided: some are willing to trust O’Neill’s judgement and see the rumoured deal as a low-risk squad option, while others share concerns that the club is failing to match Rangers’ level in the market. Ultimately, the story frames the situation as an early flashpoint of O’Neill’s latest Parkhead reign, with rival fans relishing any opportunity to question Celtic’s direction and decision-making before a ball has even been kicked by his first signing.