Brendan Rodgers repeats Celtic transfer mantra as fans spot subtle message sent to board
dailyrecord.co.ukBrendan Rodgers made no secret of the fact Celtic need reinforcements before their next Champions League challenge as he spoke of his pride despite going down to Aston Villa in their final league phase game.But for many Hoops fans, the message the Irishman sent out to the Parkhead board was as clear with some of his decisions on the park as much as he was with his words in the Villa Park press room after the 4-2 defeat to the English Premier League side.
And it took some punters back to a similar mantra and actions during his first spell as Celtic boss, following a defeat, which was viewed as Rodgers demonstrating to the hierarchy he needed help to continue his progression.When the team sheet dropped for an Old Firm derby at Ibrox in December 2018, eyebrows were raised.
Callum McGregor was moved from his usual midfield spot to play at left back with Kieran Tierney only fit enough to make the bench.
Emilio Izaguirre was even among the subs but another man who made the bench was Odsonne Edouard while Mikey Johnston, then just 19, started up front.Ryan Jack’s goal for Rangers inflicted Rodgers’ first derby loss in 13 games.
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