THE REAL REASON WHY WILFRIED NANCY REJECTED CELTIC MANAGERIAL OFFER HAVE BEEN REVEALED, AND ITS NOT WHAT YOU THINK.

THE REAL REASON WHY WILFRIED NANCY REJECTED CELTIC’S MANAGERIAL OFFER REPORTEDLY REVEALED — AND IT’S NOT WHAT FANS EXPECTED

Fresh reports emerging this week have shed new light on why Wilfried Nancy turned down the opportunity to become Celtic’s next manager — and the alleged reasons have sent shockwaves through Glasgow.

According to sources close to the discussions, Nancy was never fully convinced by Celtic’s project, despite the club’s strong interest in bringing him to Parkhead. What has truly stunned supporters, however, are claims that the Columbus Crew manager felt the role did not align with his long-term ambitions.

Rumours circulating online suggest Nancy believed the Celtic job did not match the scale of challenge he is seeking at this stage of his career, with some reports alleging he viewed the position as “too small of a step” compared to the projects he hopes to take on next. Additionally, financial terms are said to have played a significant part, with suggestions that the offer on the table did not meet his expectations.

While neither Celtic nor Nancy have publicly confirmed these specific reasons, the speculation alone has dramatically shifted the atmosphere in Glasgow, leaving fans divided. Some supporters insist the club deserves a manager fully committed to the role, while others are angered by what they see as a dismissive stance from the French-born coach.

As the search for a new manager continues, one thing is clear: the revelations—true or not—have added even more pressure on Celtic’s board to secure a high-profile appointment capable of stabilising the club and restoring confidence among supporters.