With the blade terror story taken apart Gaddi wasn’t deterred. On Saturday the Record carried it as a page lead, any excuse to put the boot into Celtic fans goes down well with their ageing Army of Readers.
Neither Nicholson or McKay would survive an audit or corporate review. Both are younger than their hero Lawwell, they really ought to be looking at other career opportunities where their limitations aren’t in the public eye.
But not a word on Nancy’s assistants, his backroom team. It was no great secret, from the Columbus end of things the news came through. Kwame Ampadu, Jules Guefuen and Maxim Chalier were Glasgow-bound.
Anyone with a knowledge of football crowds and stadium security in 2025 would instantly dismiss the story.
Friday will likely see another frenzy of speculation. Anything is possible with the attempted managed decline that started with the sale of Kyogo in January has spun well out of control.
No, no. No, I know Scottish football. I know the way it is. I come from France. I come from Europe. I was close when I was a player to sign with Carlisle.
Celtic take their images from SNS, they have hundreds to select from. If you want a smile you can find it, if you want a frown that is easily found as well.
All was good, every day he sees improvement on the training ground, he has nothing to prove. Etc etc. He went into a bizarre, illustrated tactics talk. It was painful to watch.
Columbus Crew are no small town outfit. The 48-year-old has an extensive coaching staff, analysts, fitness and conditioning experts, he was backed by a superb recruitment set up. He had all the bells and whistles.
Christmas is coming and Tims both tiny and large are being tormented by the Scrooges of the board. It’s time for the Ghost of Celtic Past to arise, rattle its chains and make them change their ways.