Celtic manager Neil Lennon fully expects Utrecht to go for the jugular in Thursday night’s Europa League clash but insists his side will be ready for the challenge.

Jos Hooiveld insists he has nothing to prove upon his return to Holland as he bids to help Celtic beat Utrecht to a place in the Europa League group stages.

Fraser Forster has warned Lukasz Zaluska he does not like sitting on the bench after the Newcastle goalkeeper completed a season-long loan move to Celtic.

Rochdale boss Keith Hill has backed Celtic defender Josh Thompson to shine following his move to Spotland on a season-long loan.

James Forrest expressed his relief that Neil Lennon got the Celtic manager’s job on a permanent basis this summer because it accelerated his own speed of progress at Parkhead.

Celtic swept St Mirren aside with a 4-0 victory at Parkhead and brushed away any concerns they will lack flair without the departed Aiden McGeady.

Celtic manager Neil Lennon has played down criticism of captain Scott Brown, insisting he is valuable.

Celtic manager Neil Lennon has been pleased with Georgios Samaras’ attitude and determination this summer.

Celtic defender Josh Thompson joins League One outfit Rochdale on a season-long loan.

Cardiff have signed left-back Lee Naylor and paid off half of their debt to Motherwell.