Lennon throws hat in ring as Celtic announce summer departure of boss Deila

DAVID MOYES – The former Dunfermline defender is the favourite with bookmakers to get the job – and is reportedly the board’s number one candidate. Now 52, he started his playing career at Celtic in 1980. He managed Preston and Everton before an ill-fated 10-month reign at Manchester United after Sir Alex Ferguson retired. Out of work since November, when a stint as boss of Real Sociedad ended after 364 days.

NEIL LENNON – The 44-year-old would have his supporters, having largely made a good impression in a four-year reign with the Hoops which ended less than two years ago. A former captain, he guided them to three Premier Leagues and two Scottish Cups.

ROY KEANE – Selfconfessed Celtic fan Keane, 44, ended his playing career with the club in 2006 but turned down the chance to succeed Lennon as boss because he did not feel they wanted him enough. Assistant to former Hoops boss Martin O’Neill with the Republic of Ireland.

MICHAEL O’NEILL – Former Brechin and Shamrock Rovers boss O’Neill has impressed in leading Northern Ireland to their first European Championship but that in itself could be an obstacle as his current focus is on Euro 2016, plus there are compensation issues with him currently serving a long contract with the Irish Football Association.

MALKY MACKAY – The 44-year-old is another to speak positively about the job recently. The Scot led Cardiff to the Premier League in 2013 but was sacked after a dispute with club owner Vincent Tan. Had a short spell in charge of Wigan.