The reason why Celtic have not announced Martin O'Neill

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Celtic have not yet reached a deal with Martin O’Neill’s coaching staff.

The interim boss agreed last week to become the permanent manager on a one-year contract, with a possible extension for another year, after discussions with controlling shareholder Dermot Desmond.

A formal announcement confirming the 74-year-old's return was expected this week. However, The Herald has reported the club have not agreed terms with coaches Shaun Maloney or Mark Fotheringham, and the two parties are "understood to remain a distance apart".

The coaching team led the club to a league and Scottish Cup double last season.

O'Neill's expected return comes after a strong backlash from fans against the prospect of Robbie Keane taking the role.

The SPFL champions have a significant summer rebuild ahead, with several players set to leave and a list of targets for O’Neill to approve once the contract issues are resolved.

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