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Dermot Desmond criticises ‘divisive’ Brendan Rodgers after Celtic boss resigns

On October 27, 2025, Celtic announced Brendan Rodgers, Celtic head coach, had `tendered his resignation` and thanked him for his role during continued success.
After transfer setbacks and European failure, the Celtic board admitted failing transfer aims as fans turned against them following the Champions League play-off defeat by Kairat Almaty.
Dermot Desmond's statement said Rodgers was `misleading, divisive and self-serving`, fuelled a `toxic atmosphere`, had final say on transfers with record investment, and was offered a new contract in June.
Martin O'Neill, interim manager, and Shaun Maloney, interim coach, take temporary charge as Celtic face Falkirk on Wednesday, Rangers at Hampden Sunday, and Midtjylland in Denmark next.
The 52-year-old leaves after two consecutive William Hill Premiership defeats, with Celtic eight points adrift of Premiership leaders Hearts amid internal club strife and fan sentiment.

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Daily Record

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Did Brendan Rodgers really resign? Inside Celtic gaffer's shock exit as 'vicious' Dermot Desmond power play emerges

Keith Jackson is adamant the Irishman was left with no choice but to walk away from the job

14 hours ago·Glasgow, United Kingdom

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The Journal

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'Misleading, divisive and self-serving' - Celtic owner Dermot Desmond takes aim at Brendan Rodgers

The club’s principal shareholder has issued a withering statement against the departing Celtic manager.

20 hours ago·Ireland

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The Independent

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Martin O’Neill stunned by Celtic return after 20 years: ‘Is this real?’

The 73-year-old will take charge on an interim basis alongside former player Shaun Maloney following Brendan Rodgers’ sudden departure

21 hours ago·London, United Kingdom

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Le Figaro

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Foot: Brendan Rodgers Resigns as Celtic Glasgow Coach

Distinguished in the championship, Celtic Glasgow coach Brendan Rodgers resigned following the club's bad results.

1 day ago·Paris, France

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Glasgow Times

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Dermot Desmond criticises ‘divisive’ Brendan Rodgers after Celtic boss resigns

Former boss Martin O’Neill and ex-Celtic player Shaun Maloney have been put in temporary charge following Rodgers’ second mid-season exit.

1 day ago·Glasgow, United Kingdom

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CTN News l Chiang Rai Times

Brendan Rodgers Quits Celtic Amid Bitter Fallout With Desmond

GLASGOW – A bombshell has hit the Scottish Premiership. Brendan Rodgers has stepped down as Celtic manager with immediate effect, only nine league matches into a campaign that began with title talk and has since unravelled. The 52-year-old, who returned to Parkhead in 2023 to widespread acclaim, cited frustration over the club’s transfer spend and […] The post Brendan Rodgers Quits Celtic Amid Bitter Fallout with Desmond first appeared on CTN N…

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