NEIL LENNON has revealed that
he was beaten by Brendan Rodgers in his hopes of a dramatic return to Celtic.
he was beaten by Brendan Rodgers in his hopes of a dramatic return to Celtic.The former Hoops boss, who quit two years ago before the arrival of Ronny Deila, was interviewed for the job before it was given to his fellow-Irishman.
Lennon, who won three titles and two Scottish Cups during four years in charge at Parkhead, has been out of work since leaving relegated Bolton in March.
He revealed: “I was close to Celtic. I just got pipped by Brendan. I was interviewed last week and then I got the shout on Friday they were going to announce someone else.
“So I am doing the Euros with the BBC and Irish TV and then I have a couple of options when I get back.
“I have an offer from abroad that I am seriously considering and there are a few jobs in England where I might get the opportunity to go and speak to clubs.
“There are a lot of clubs in England who will be looking for managers, so, hopefully, I will get back in.”
