Maloney hired in Hoops role

SHAUN MALONEY is back at Celtic with a remit to ensure their academy's hottest prospects become first-team stars.

- RYAN MCDONALD

The 42-year-old, left, has been appointed professional player pathway manager, tasked with strengthening the development of young players at a club where he himself enjoyed two spells after coming up through the ranks.

Former Scotland international Maloney takes on his new position after spells as manager of Hibernian and Wigan.