Hoops chief: Wilf always No.1 choice

MICHAEL NICHOLSON insists Wilfried Nancy was always first choice for the Celtic job.

- BY MICHAEL GANNON

And the chief executive has vowed the Parkhead board will back the incoming gaffer's Hoops vision.

Nicholson - who also paid tribute to stand-in boss Martin O'Neill — said: “We have been aware of Wilfried and his quality of work for some time.

“He was our No.1 candidate when we began the process of appointing a new manager and we are delighted he has agreed to join the club.

“I know he is hugely excited about this opportunity to be part of Celtic's future.