Nir Bitton: Last News

Brendan Rodgers has revealed heart-to-heart talks with Israeli star Liel Abada has reassured him that his future is still at Celtic.

Hoops hero Nir Bitton reckons Treble-winning captain Callum McGregor epitomises Celtic.

Giorgos Giakoumakis proved his Celtic allegiance never sleeps as he was spotted wearing club colours at the birth of his daughter. The Greek striker was absent from Artur Boruc's testimonial friendly with Legia Warsaw last night on compassionate leave as his partner went into labour. His baby girl arrived this morning and Giakoumakis shared the news on social media with a heartwarming post.

Carl Starfelt as the new Celtic recruit was left out of the Europa League squad. The Swedish defender joined the club from Russian side Rubin Kazan and due to quarantine restrictions could not play in Celtic 's Champions League tie against Midtjylland.

Stephen Welsh has the leadership qualities needed to succeed at Celtic.

Rangers surely now have one hand on the Premiership trophy.Steven Gerrard’s side are 19 points clear at the top of the table after victory over Celtic at Ibrox.McGregor’s own goal proved crucial shortly after Neil Lennon’s team were reduced to 10 men as Nir Bitton saw red for hauling down Alfredo Morelos.At the other end, Rangers’ very own McGregor – goalkeeper Allan – was the Ibrox side’s top performer with a trio of saves that kept Celtic at bay.Lennon’s men dominated the derby for long spells but they just couldn’t get their noses in front.When Bitton was sent off in the second half, the tide turned in Rangers’ favour and with a massive lead in the title race, you have to wonder if this win will be pivotal in a Scottish football power

Shane Duffy to help the stopper pull through his turbulent start at Celtic.The Parkhead gaffer is adamant his loan signing will prosper and emerge stronger from a difficult spell which has seen him make mistakes and face stinging criticism for performances since joining from Brighton.Lennon is backing the 28-year-old to the hilt and, ahead of Thursday’s Europa League crunch in Lille, has spoken with his centre-back to reinforce his belief in the defender and offer wholesome backing.The boss, who has been boosted by the return of Odsonne Edouard and Nir Bitton, said: “He is a big strong boy. I had a chat with him the other night.