Sport nationBrendan Rodgers Dismisses West Ham Links, Committing to Celtic
As the pressure continues to mount on West Ham United manager Julen Lopetegui, speculation surrounding his potential replacement has reached a fever pitch. One name that has been consistently linked with the vacant position is Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers. However, in a recent interview, Rodgers has categorically dismissed the rumors, reaffirming his commitment to the Scottish Premiership leaders.
Rodgers, who has been at the helm of Celtic since 2016, has a proven track record of success, having guided the Hoops to numerous domestic titles and European victories. His impressive managerial credentials have inevitably led to speculation about his future, with West Ham reportedly considering him as a potential replacement for Lopetegui.
However, Rodgers has moved quickly to quash the rumors, emphasizing his dedication to Celtic and his desire to see out his current contract. “What did I say on my first day here? Three years unless I get bumped early! Listen, I said I’d be here for three years. At the end of three years, I’ll have done nearly six years as a Celtic manager which is a long time for a Celtic manager,” Rodgers explained in an interview with 67 Hail Hail.
Rodgers’ comments are a clear indication that he is not considering a move to West Ham or any other club at present. His focus remains firmly on Celtic, where he is determined to continue his successful tenure. “I haven’t really thought about it. For near on a year, there were probably more people that wanted me out than in, so I’m not going to be talking about new contracts now! I just need to continue to work well, do my very best for the club, and I’m pretty sure at some point next season we can see how we’re going and take it from there,” Rodgers added.
The 51-year-old’s commitment to Celtic is a testament to his dedication and loyalty to the club. Despite the inevitable speculation surrounding his future, Rodgers remains focused on the task at hand, guiding Celtic to further success in the Scottish Premiership and beyond.
As West Ham continues its search for a new manager, Rodgers’ dismissal of the links to the London club will undoubtedly be a disappointment to the Hammers’ faithful. However, for Celtic supporters, Rodgers’ commitment to the club is a welcome reassurance that their manager is fully invested in the Hoops’ continued success.
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