Ange Postecoglou is reportedly keeping a keen eye on a potential reunion with Celtic, a club where he previously enjoyed notable success. If current boss Brendan Rodgers decides against renewing his contract, whispers suggest the Australian could be poised for a dramatic return to Glasgow.
Postecoglou’s journey in English football has been tumultuous, to say the least. After engineering a fifth-place finish with Tottenham in his debut season, he secured Europa League glory the following year. However, a disappointing 17th-place league finish saw him shown the door. His subsequent stint with Nottingham Forest was short-lived, dismissed after just over a month without registering a victory.
Citing the complexities of adapting to the English game, Postecoglou has hinted at not “fitting in” within the Premier League landscape, casting doubt on any forthcoming opportunities south of the border. Yet, at Celtic, where he clinched back-to-back Scottish Premiership titles in 2021/22 and 2022/23, a potential door may be opening.
Football Insider has floated the prospect of Celtic coming calling should Brendan Rodgers not extend his stay, with sources indicating Postecoglou would give serious thought to the proposition. Rodgers, whose current deal concludes in 2026, may be contemplating his future amid reports of stagnation stemming from insufficient backing by the Celtic board. As talkSPORT reports, there’s an air of likelihood about Rodgers seeking pastures anew, potentially reigniting his Premier League pursuits.
During his time in England, Rodgers experienced a more fruitful spell compared to Postecoglou, amassing 139 victories in 312 outings at a rate of 1.56 points per game. Comparatively, Postecoglou’s 31 wins from 81 matches brought about an average of 1.3 points per game, suggesting a more favourable fit for him might be a Celtic encore.
The landscape remains open-ended for Rodgers, with speculation linking him to Premier League clubs such as Crystal Palace, Bournemouth, and Fulham, all of whom may be seeking new managers come season’s end. As developments unfold, keen observers of both the Premier League and Scottish Premiership will be watching closely, eager to see where these potential managerial chess moves might lead.