Alan Brazil talking nonsense pitching Brendan for Leeds and Tottenham jobs

The Celtic Star

·25 de abril de 2025

Alan Brazil talking nonsense pitching Brendan for Leeds and Tottenham jobs

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers has been speculated as a possible contender for the managerial positions at Leeds United and Tottenham by Alan Brazil on talkSport…

Brendan Rodgers Celtic manager and his players pose for a team picture with the SPFL Scottish League trophy before the cinch Premiership match between Celtic FC and Kilmarnock FC at Celtic Park on August 4, 2024. (Photo by Steve Welsh/Getty Images)

Alan Brazil, a boyhood Celtic supporter, brought up the Irishman’s potential connection to the two prominent English clubs during his appearance on talkSPORT on Thursday morning.

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Confessing that “Celtic fans will hate me for this,” former Ipswich and Scotland striker Brazil expressed doubt that Rodgers would complete his three-year contract at Parkhead.

Daniel Farke, Manager of Leeds United, celebrates following the team’s victory in the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Semi-Final 2nd Leg match between Leeds United and Norwich City at Elland Road on May 16, 2024 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

The speculation arises as Daniel Farke faces the prospect of being sacked, despite having only recently achieved promotion for Leeds back to the Premier League and on the brink of winning the English Championship title.

Although Ange Postecoglou’s future at Tottenham Hotspur seems uncertain, it appears his time at the club is coming to an end, regardless of whether the North London club wins the Europa League next month or not.

Ange Postecoglou looks on ahead of the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Tottenham Hotspur FC at Vitality Stadium on December 05, 2024. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

Brazil commented on the radio had this to say:

“Here’s one for you, right, Celtic fans will hate me for this but what about Brendan Rodgers at Leeds? Would you go with that one? Brendan is going to win the Treble, and he might think ‘I’ve done it again, do I want a move’. We are talking about the Tottenham job could come up as well. I am not 100 per cent sure that Brendan will be Celtic manager.”

The time will come when Rodgers departs Celtic for pastures new, but it won’t be this summer. The Hoops boss has already gone on record stating that he will be “150 per cent” in the dugout next season as the Scottish champions will be aiming for yet more unrivalled domestic success.

Celtic Park welcomes Brendan Rodgers in May 2016. Photo Vagelis Georgariou

Taking another step in the Champions League and advancing to the last 16 of Europe’s elite club competition will also be on the mind of the manager. There may well be strong interest from suitors in the English Premier League, but Rodgers won’t call it a day in Glasgow just yet.

And if Dermot Desmond is minded to do so, Brendan could be offered a long term deal that will be financially lucrative and will give the Celtic manager the opportunity to build on his already impressive record as Celtic manager and to complete a legacy at the club that will be talked about for generations to come.

Brendan Rodgers. St Johnstone v Celtic, Scottish Cup semi-final at Hampden Park on Sunday 20 April 2025. Photo by Vagelis Georgariou (The Celtic Star)

As for Alan Brazil, it’s click-bait stuff on the radio and he needs he the listeners to justify his seat in front of the microphone. The fact that he’s talking about a manager who has just won promotion potentially losing his job alongside another who could be on the verge of winning a European trophy tells its own story.

Brendan is a great fit for Celtic and as he gets older and wiser he’s starting to realise that Celtic is a great fit for him.

Conor Spence

Brendan Rodgers gave Celtic TV this exclusive interview ahead of what could become his "most satisfying" season. Watch in FULL at https://t.co/FEFXj98A26
– viernes, 25 de abril de 2025

Here’s the message sent out to season ticket holders last night as Celtic star the season ticket renewal campaign with Brendan centre-stage in that.

As the end of the 2024/25 campaign nears, I want to extend a heartfelt thanks for your magnificent support throughout another memorable season. Your passion and dedication have been crucial to our success and has made a massive difference to the team each time they have taken to the pitch at Paradise.

We ended 2024 on a high by winning the Premier Sports Cup at Hampden after a thrilling final, we’re in a fantastic position in the Scottish Premiership and following last weekend’s result, we’re now looking forward to the Scottish Gas Men’s Scottish Cup final at Hampden next month.

Our progress this season was really highlighted by our performances in the UEFA Champions League, where our qualification for the knockout stage, culminating in our performance against European giants, Bayern Munich brought pride to fans, players and everyone associated with the club.

We are now fully focused on retaining our Premiership crown for a fourth consecutive time before we get the opportunity to return to the top tier of European competition.

Season Ticket holders are the beating heart of Celtic. My players, backroom staff and I always appreciate you giving your time and support to the team. We fully understand the sacrifices you make to be here with us, and we never take your dedication for granted.

Looking ahead to next season, with key, quality players returning to the club at the peak of their careers, we’re building for the future. They are joining other experienced and highly talented players who know how to win, led by our fantastic captain Callum McGregor. The core of the squad is strong and we aim to make more, exciting new additions to ensure we are the strongest we can be. We are in a solid position going into next season, and everyone at the club is excited for the future.

We look forward to having your continued support at this exciting time, and hope that you will join us again at Paradise as together, we embark on the next chapter in Celtic’s illustrious history. Let’s celebrate the wins, revel in the electric atmosphere, make incredible memories with loved ones and experience all that the 25/26 season has to offer.

Thank you once again for your wonderful support.

Brendan Rodgers

Manager, Celtic Football Club

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