Neil Francis Lennon (born 25 June 1971) is a Northern Irish football coach and former player who is the manager of Scottish Premiership club Celtic. During his playing career he represented English clubs Manchester City, Crewe Alexandra and Leicester City.
Lennon moved to Scottish club Celtic in 2000, where he made over 200 appearances and was appointed captain in 2005. Before retiring as a player, he returned to England and played for Nottingham Forest and Wycombe Wanderers. Lennon made 40 appearances for Northern Ireland in nine years, scoring two goals. Lennon was appointed manager of Celtic in March 2010, initially in a caretaker capacity after the departure of Tony Mowbray.
Neil Lennon reveals instant Celtic 10 in a Row text from Leigh Griffiths as he backs striker for key role
dailyrecord.co.ukNeil Lennon reckons former team-mate Craig Bellamy will inspire others struggling with depression after speaking up about his three-year battle with mental health issues.
The Celtic gaffer’s message came as he backed current Hoops striker Leigh Griffiths to continue his road back to the top following mental health issues.
Lennon fears the coronavirus crisis lockdown is taking a toll on people who are already struggling to cope.That’s why the Irishman admitted it was refreshing to hear high-profile pal Bellamy talk openly about receiving treatment for his own issues.Lennon shared a dressing room with Bellamy, who was on loan at Parkhead from Newcastle 15 years ago.
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