Paul Lambert said sacking Martin O'Neill would shock Celtic fans. He added that the manager's departure would not be surprising if poor results continue.
In an official statement to the British press, Paul Lambert, Celtic's vice‑chairman, said that sacking Martin O'Neill would shock fans and leave the club in a state of uncertainty.
Why does Lambert take this stance?
Lambert pointed out that the team's recent form has fallen short of supporters' expectations, especially after a run of defeats in the Scottish Premiership and an early exit from the Champions League. Nevertheless, he noted that O'Neill still brings a wealth of experience and has helped raise Celtic's standards in recent seasons.
- Premiership record: 4 wins, 2 draws, 5 losses in the last 11 games.
- Goals scored: 12, goals conceded: 18.
- European performance: early Champions League elimination.
Despite these figures, Lambert stressed that removing the manager could create an administrative vacuum that would be hard to fill, given the lack of a clear internal replacement.
He emphasized that any decision to dismiss O'Neill must be taken after consulting players and the coaching staff, and that a hasty move could damage squad morale.
In conclusion, Lambert affirmed that Celtic will continue to back O'Neill as long as he delivers the required results, and that any change will require a thorough assessment of available options.
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