Fakayejo Paul
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – Celtic is on the cusp of officially confirming Wilfried Nancy as the club’s new permanent manager.
Negotiations with the highly-rated French coach are nearly complete, with sources indicating that a deal is “almost agreed” following weeks of advanced talks.
Nancy’s appointment would bring an end to the club’s search for a successor to Brendan Rodgers, who resigned last month.
The 48-year-old Frenchman comes with a superb reputation from Major League Soccer, where he implemented an attractive, possession-based style of football.
Nancy won the MLS Cup in 2023 and was named the MLS Coach of the Year in 2024 with the Columbus Crew.
Celtic’s hierarchy is betting on his modern tactical approach and proven ability to develop players—qualities considered essential to maintaining dominance in the Scottish Premiership.
The final hurdles relate to ironing out the last few details of the contract and the composition of his backroom staff, who will join him from the United States.
Once these final points are sorted, the contract will be officially sealed.
His arrival is expected to be finalized before the beginning of December, signaling the start of a new, highly anticipated chapter at Celtic Park as the club looks to regain its early season form.