Martin O'Neill, in an exclusive interview, discussed his return to Celtic and his initial apprehension about being considered "too old." He expressed concerns about the club's recruitment under former transfer chief Paul Tisdale. O'Neill's return followed Brendan Rodgers' resignation, and he aimed to close the gap on league leaders, Hearts. His immediate impact was undeniable, with five consecutive wins.

Following a brief stint, O'Neill returned for a second spell and took on the added responsibility of January transfers. He admitted to being "unconvinced" by previous recruitment strategies. Despite the challenges, Celtic made five new signings. The team aims to overtake Hearts in the Scottish Premiership title race, with recent results giving them a boost. The veteran manager is now focused on the remainder of the season.

O'Neill's assessment of the squad's needs led to further acquisitions. He highlighted the desire to bring in quality players, even if it proved difficult during the transfer window. The January transfer window saw the arrival of new players who are beginning to make an impact. The team is now aiming to take the top spot in the league standings.

The former manager's focus remains on improving the squad as well as challenging Hearts for the title. Despite an impressive run of form, O'Neill is still cautious about considering Celtic as favourites. The team understands the importance of winning games to secure the title and is working towards making a strong push in the remaining matches.