Celtic-linked Bellamy has enduring memories of Ibrox rivalry

CRAIG Bellamy, tipped as a leading contender, to succeed Brendan Rodgers as Celtic manager, clearly has fond memories of his time at the Scottish giants.

- TOM COLEMAN

After Rodgers resigned and Martin O'Neill was put in interim charge, the Wales boss's name was quickly thrown into the equation to be Celtic's next permanent manager.

Kieran McKenna and former Hoops boss Ange Postecoglou are said to be among other leading candidates by bookmakers.

The BBC has claimed he is focused on seeing out the World Cup qualification campaign with Wales.

But it's clear the 46-year-old has a clear affinity with Celtic.