Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton has expressed deep concern over the club's lack of preparation for an impending squad overhaul, despite recently winning the Double.
Sutton stated on May 30, 2026, that the club faces a massive transition with a managerial vacancy, unfilled key appointments, and the expected departure of at least 10 players from the current squad.
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According to Sutton, key players like Daizen Maeda, Arne Engels, Alistair Johnston, and Reo Hatate are likely leaving or attracting significant external interest, while Kyogo Furuhashi has lacked a proper replacement for 18 months.
Sutton Criticizes Transfer Window Failures
Sutton criticized the board for failing to build on previous European campaigns, labeling past transfer windows as disastrous.
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He pointed out that none of the six mid-term signings started on the final day of the season.
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The former striker urged the club to act swiftly to avoid a squad collapse, as the current inaction threatens to undermine recent domestic success.
