The new SPFL season has snuck up on us, and Celtic fans like me find themselves in a frustrating yet familiar position. Yes, last season’s dramatic run, culminating in a league title win and a Scottish Cup final victory over Rangers thanks to a last-minute goal from loan star Adam Idah, showcased the team’s grit and determination. However, the joy of victory must not blind us to the pressing need for reinforcements and improvements that were so glaringly obvious last season.
Our squad is about as thin as my last excuse for taking the day off sick after the Glasgow Derby. Yes, we’ve secured solid goalkeepers in Kasper Schmeichel and Viljami Sinisalo to replace Joe Hart, but where are the rest of the reinforcements? The defence has gaping holes, the midfield lacks depth and creativity, and up front, we’re relying on like he’s our last tenner on a dodgy accumulator.
Last season, Brendan turned a team that looked lost into title winners with a siege mentality that would make Braveheart proud. But even he’s saying we need more – and not just any signings, but proper quality. Our bargain hunting for potential might keep us top dogs in Scotland, but it’s doing us no favours in Europe. We’re playing checkers while the rest of Europe’s playing chess.
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