Next Celtic Manager Odds: Will Ange Return If Rodgers Moves On?

With the ongoing turmoil on the blue side of Glasgow, it is easy to forget that their bitter rivals, Celtic, have also endured a somewhat underwhelming start to the campaign.

Brendan Rodgers led the Hoops to the Scottish Premiership title last season, but his side currently sit second in the table behind Hearts, and betting sites are considering which managers could take over should he leave.

Rodgers called for investment in the squad over the summer but was left disappointed by what he perceived to be a lack of backing from the board. 

Celtic then lost a Champions League play-off to Kairat, which meant they were demoted to the Europa League, where they have picked up just one point from two games.

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It is by no means certain that Rodgers will leave, but the relationship between the manager and his superiors is clearly strained. 

If the former Liverpool and Leicester manager is to leave Parkhead for a second time, a number of top managers are being mentioned as possible replacements.

Kjetil Knutsen is the favourite with betting apps, but the standout name in the market is former Bhoys boss, Ange Postecoglou. 

Below, we look at the leading contenders to take the reins at Celtic if Rodgers moves on.

Knutsen A Long-Time Candidate 

This is not the first time Knutsen has been linked with Celtic. 

The Norwegian was the favourite for the job after Postecoglou joined Tottenham, but Rodgers ultimately returned for a second spell in Glasgow. 

Football betting sites have Knutsen down as the 2/1 favourite to make the move to the Scottish champions.

Knutsen is the architect behind Bodo/Glimt’s remarkable success over the last few years. 

The 57-year-old has won four Norwegian league titles with his current employers and led them to the semi-finals of the Europa League in 2024/25.

Next Celtic Manager Odds

Ange A Fan Favourite

Postecoglou's managerial career has taken a nosedive since he left Celtic in 2023.

The Aussie boss is still a fan favourite at the club, having guided them to two League titles, two League Cups and a Scottish Cup.

A move to Tottenham didn't go as planned, but he ended his time in north London with a Europa League win.

The 60-year-old was let go in the summer but returned to work with Nottingham Forest at the beginning of September. 

However, he is already under pressure at the City Ground, having failed to win any of his first seven games in charge.

Postecoglou is the 11/4 second favourite to make a dramatic return to Parkhead.

Duff And Keane In The Frame

Former Republic of Ireland teammates Damien Duff (9/2) and Robbie Keane (5/1) are also in the running to be Celtic's next manager according to betting apps.

Duff is looking for his next opportunity after leaving Irish side Shelbourne earlier this year. 

The former Chelsea winger spent four years in charge of the Irish outfit, leading them to the league title in 2024.

Duff could be one of the names on Celtic’s shortlist if a vacancy arises, but a relative lack of experience might count against him.

On the other hand, Keane has amassed managerial experience from around Europe, enjoying plenty of success along the way, winning league titles with Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ferencvaros.

The former Tottenham and Leeds United man also enjoyed a fruitful loan spell with Celtic in his playing days, scoring 12 goals in 16 appearances in 2010.

Robinson Ready For A Top Job

Stephen Robinson (3/1) has proven himself in the lower leagues in England and with lesser teams in Scotland, but he could be ready to manage a big club at this stage of his career.

The Northern Irishman has been in charge at St Mirren since 2022, guiding the club to three top-six finishes in a row.

Working on a shoestring budget, the 50-year-old also led the club to Europa Conference League qualification last season.

If the Celtic board are looking for someone with experience in Scottish football, Robinson would be an interesting appointment.

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Brown Heads List Of Outsiders

Scott Brown (6/1) remains a club legend and would be a popular appointment with Celtic fans.

The former captain played over 400 times for the Bhoys and is currently in charge of Scottish Championship side Ayr United.

Michael Carrick (8/1) and Sean Dyche (10/1) are other outsiders in the market, whilst former boss Neil Lennon is priced at 9/1.

Ex-Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy is 14/1.

* Reminder: These are hypothetical odds provided by industry experts.