QUOTE OF THE DAY

‘SFA blazers are pandering to Rangers as usual. They should double the length of the Covid Five’s ban if their appeal fails’

the Rangers Covid Five should be punished for having a drink together under lockdown rules – suspended sentences the same as the eight Aberdeen players.

“Bolingoli got a three-game ban because he travelled abroad and then returned to play in a game which is a much more serious offence.”

On football matters, Kennedy could have an input on the future of Leigh Griffiths with the club having an option to extend the striker’s contract for another year.

But David Bryce, Troon, said: “If Celtic give Griffiths another year I won’t renew my season ticket. He couldn’t be bothered getting fit at the start of the season and has performed like a pub player thereafter.

“He is a bang average striker and should leave on a free transfer. Whoever the new manager is needs a clean slate and players with the correct attitude.”

The final decision on Griff could be Eddie Howe’s – if he comes to Celtic. And some fans are wondering if he is the man.

Kevin Kean, Inchinnan, emailed: “Howe long has this been going on, as the song goes. Celtic are heading for another episode of ridicule as Eddie is not coming then the hunt will start again.”

Martin Baird, Glasgow, said: “Get the popcorn out and let’s sit back and continue to laugh out loud almost daily at the utter shambles that is the current Celtic management and squad rebuild.

“It seems the sacked ex-manager of Bournemouth doesn’t want to come and who can blame him?”

Denis Bruce, Bishopbriggs, said: “Coming to Scotland would take Howe out of his comfort zone and would leave this quiet and introverted man too exposed by the scrutiny the Celtic job brings with it.”

Finally, Stephen Johnstone, Ardentinny, said: “Celtic should tell Howe to sling his hook and bring in Paul Lambert.”