WE don't know what was served during that secret Spanish lunch when Brendan Rodgers met Callum McGregor for hush-hush talks ahead of the Northern Irishman's sensational return to Celtic.
But we do know what was on the menu at Parkhead at the weekend as the manager dished out large dollops of humble pie to those who doubted him.
Or maybe that should be humble paella.
It's fair to say McGregor was never one of them. Not for a single second.
Rodgers didn't miss in the wake of Saturday's Old Firm victory that has fired Celts to the verge of the title.
The 51-year-old took aim at the critics, those who questioned his hunger after leaving sunny Spain and throwing himself back into the Glasgow cauldron.
It wasn't just the mean old media either. Sure, some pundits copped it but plenty of punters have been tucking napkins under the chins and asking for another slice as well.
Rodgers knew a few noses remained out of joint due to his sharp exit for Leicester City in 2019 but he didn't expect doubts over his ability as a manager.
Not that they ever crossed the mind of his captain-who didn't need a fancy lunch to know the gaffer was tapas class.
McGregor said: "There was absolutely no doubt in my mind whatsoever. I've seen it up close and personal for a number of years now.
"He has been outstanding. It has been difficult circumstances with big injuries to key players.
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