The Celtic Fans Collective has publicly accused the club’s hierarchy of silence this summer, demanding answers over several unresolved issues heading into pre-season.
The leading supporters’ group issued a formal statement raising concerns about Martin O’Neill’s coaching staff, incoming transfers, and key vacant senior positions at the club.
O’Neill was appointed on a permanent basis after twice answering an SOS call to save Celtic’s season, delivering an unlikely Double in remarkable circumstances.
Despite that success, uncertainty hangs over the futures of trusted members of his backroom staff, with Shaun Maloney and Mark Fotheringham reportedly offered wage cuts.
First-team coach Gavin Strachan is also believed to be on the verge of joining West Brom, adding further instability to a coaching setup that delivered the league title.
Around a dozen players have already departed as part of an expected major squad overhaul, yet there has been no movement on incoming signings since the window opened Monday.
The club also remains without a permanent Head of Football Operations more than six months after the departure of Paul Tisdale, compounding frustration among supporters.
Chief executive Michael Nicholson and the wider Parkhead hierarchy previously acknowledged mistakes over last summer’s chaotic transfer window, which contributed to Brendan Rodgers’ eventual departure.
The Celtic Fans Collective, backed by the Green Brigade, Bhoys Celtic, and Celtic Trust, warned that the “Not Another Penny” campaign remains active until meaningful change is delivered.
Their statement read: “Celtic should not be entering another summer waiting for the transfer window to happen to them.”
The group also stated: “The squad requires strengthening, and recruitment should already be well advanced. Celtic cannot afford another transfer window defined by delays, reactive decision-making and last-minute gambles.”
The statement criticised the club’s messaging priorities directly, noting: “This week’s messaging has centred on merchandise launches rather than providing supporters with meaningful updates on Club matters.”
The collective acknowledged that promises had been made by senior figures, adding: “Fans were assured that lessons had been learned and engagement would improve, but there has been little evidence of that so far.”
The group closed firmly, stating: “This summer cannot become a repeat of last year. Supporters are looking for commitments to be honoured and for Celtic to be led with professionalism, ambition and urgency.”
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