Celtic Football Club has taken the drastic decision to part ways with manager Wilfried Nancy after a disastrous start to his tenure, culminating in a heavy defeat to arch-rivals Rangers.
A Short and Unsuccessful Reign
The French manager's time in Glasgow has been cut brutally short, lasting just eight games in total. His record makes for grim reading for the Celtic support, with the club confirming he oversaw six defeats during his brief spell at the helm. The final straw was Saturday's 3-1 loss to Rangers in the fiercely contested Old Firm derby.
Club Statement Confirms Immediate Exit
In an official statement released on Monday 05 January 2026, the club announced the news. "Celtic Football Club today announces that it has decided to terminate the contract of manager Wilfried Nancy, with immediate effect," the statement read. It continued, "The club thanks Wilfried for his efforts and wishes him and his family well for the future."
The clear-out extends beyond the manager's office. Celtic also confirmed the departure of Nancy's backroom team: assistants Kwame Ampadu, Jules Gueguen, and Maxime Chalier, as well as head of football operations Paul Tisdale.
Search Begins for a New Leader
The club has promised supporters a swift update, stating, "A further update will be provided to supporters as soon as is practical." This leaves the Scottish giants immediately beginning their search for a new manager to steady the ship and revive their faltering season. The pressure will be immense on the Celtic board to appoint a successor capable of restoring the club's domestic dominance.
