You broke our trust Brendan

Owner's blast as Rodgers quits Celts... again

- BY AUSTIN BARRETT

DERMOT DESMOND last night slammed Brendan Rodgers for turning Celtic TOXIC after the manager sensationally walked out on Celtic again.

The Hoops gaffer quit his post with immediate effect and will be succeeded by former boss Martin O'Neill who makes a sensational comeback to management for the first time in six years.

Parkhead chief Desmond launched a withering blast at the departing gaffer in a club statement, claiming Rodgers had lost the trust of the Hoops board. Desmond said: “I want to acknowledge Brendan's contribution across his two spells as manager, during which he helped deliver success that forms part of the club's modern history.

“However, I must also express my deep disappointment at the way the past several months have unfolded.

“When we brought Brendan back to Celtic two years ago, it was done with complete trust and belief in his ability to lead the club into a new era of sustained success.

“Unfortunately, his conduct and communication in recent months have not reflected that trust.