Eddie Howe mentality questioned by Celtic legend as Parkhead board given 'wasted too much time' warning

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Eddie Howe had the mentality required to be manager as he urged the Parkhead board to appoint their new man as soon as possible.

The former Bournemouth boss was the clear front-runner to replace Neil Lennon in Glasgow's east end and talks were at an advanced stage.

But on Friday news broke that the deal had collapsed, with Celtic instead turning to Ange Postecoglou of Yokohama F. Marinos.

And while Hughes admits he didn't see the turnaround coming, he believes Howe may never have been the right man. He told Celtic Quick News : "I was as shocked as anyone when the news came through on Friday that the move for Howe had collapsed. “I was convinced Celtic had their man three months after Neil Lennon had left the club.