Celtic supporters will be thrilled if Motherwell boss Jens Berthel Askou becomes the club’s next manager.
That’s the view of ex-Aberdeen, Aston Villa, and Everton CEO Keith Wyness, speaking exclusively to Football Insider. He believes Askou has what it takes to succeed at Celtic Park.
Martin O’Neill is set to step down as interim manager at the end of the season, after stabilising the team following Wilfried Nancy’s turbulent spell.
Askou’s credentials catch the eye
Askou has impressed in his first season at Motherwell. The Steelmen are currently fourth in the Scottish Premiership, just 10 points behind league leaders Hearts, showcasing a style of play that has caught attention across Scotland.
Jens Berthel Askou ‘the obvious choice’
Keith Wyness, former CEO at Aberdeen, Everton, and Aston Villa, and now a football consultant for elite clubs, has backed Askou as an excellent pick for Celtic.
Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Wyness highlighted Askou’s experience in the Scottish Premiership as a major plus.
He said:
“I think he is the obvious choice because he is now aware of the SPL.
“He understands that he’s playing great football. He’s exactly what the Celtic fans would want to see in terms of football philosophy. I think he would be an excellent pick.
“It makes, as I say, so much more sense than bringing somebody in from the MLS. So I think that’s going to be pretty much a done deal, and I think he’s the right one to go with for Celtic.”
Celtic rethink goalkeeping plans
In other news, Celtic could reverse their plans to sign a new goalkeeper this summer.
Sources tell Football Insider that Viljami Sinisalo may now become the club’s long-term number one.
The 24-year-old has impressed since replacing Kasper Schmeichel, remaining unbeaten in his nine appearances this season. He is expected to start when Celtic host Motherwell next.
Why it matters
Celtic could be shaping up for a summer of continuity rather than upheaval. With Askou’s potential appointment and Sinisalo’s rise between the sticks, the Hoops may be building a stable platform for next season — exactly what fans have been craving after years of managerial churn.