Celtic ‘to be stronger’ by end of window – Rodgers
Brendan Rodgers anticipates Celtic will be more robust by the end of the transfer window and is feeling at ease with how the club’s transfer dealings are unfolding.
This close season, Brendan Rodgers has made several notable additions to the squad, including goalkeepers Kasper Schmeichel and Viljami Sinisalo, as well as midfielder Paulo Bernardo, who was previously on loan from Benfica. As the transfer window approaches its closing date on 30 August, Rodgers has expressed a clear intent to further enhance the team.
Rodgers has openly acknowledged the desire for improvement within the squad, and it is clear that the board is on the same page regarding this goal. Despite this, Rodgers is currently focused on the players he has, who are performing exceptionally well. He believes that with the current roster and any further additions, the team will be in a stronger position by the end of the transfer window.
Rodgers maintains a composed and measured approach towards the ongoing transfer activity. While he has specific objectives and preferences for the team’s development, he understands that the transfer process is complex and involves numerous variables. This complexity means that despite having a clear vision of what he wants, there are many factors and unpredictable elements that come into play during the transfer period.
Overall, Rodgers remains optimistic about the team’s progress and confident that the squad will be well-prepared and stronger once the transfer window concludes.
‘Complacency doesn’t ever enter my mind’
Celtic will kick off their Scottish Premiership title defense with a home match against Kilmarnock on Sunday, which will feature the traditional flag unfurling ceremony at Celtic Park.
In addition to securing the Scottish Cup last season, Rodgers’ team is set to participate in the newly revised Champions League starting in September. Rodgers has set clear goals for the upcoming season, emphasizing the aim to capture every domestic trophy. He stressed that there is no other standard to uphold except for winning.
Regarding their Champions League campaign, Rodgers is eager to progress into the play-off stage, reflecting the excitement surrounding the updated tournament format. He anticipates a significant improvement in consistency from the team, noting that complacency is never a concern for him, especially since they did not achieve a treble last year.
Rodgers highlighted the need for the team to enhance their domestic performance and perform better in European competitions. He made it clear that there are no excuses; the goal is to elevate the team’s performance across all areas. To achieve this improvement, Rodgers underscored the necessity of bringing in quality players and refining the squad to meet these high expectations. In essence, enhancing the team’s quality is a fundamental requirement for achieving their ambitious objectives.
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