Celtic coach keen to make history with another league title Kennedy refuses to rest on success as he targets the 10
else will catch up and that’s when things will change.”
What change there will be around Celtic Park this summer will be minimal, particularly when it comes to the make-up of the squad.
Kennedy would like to strengthen where possible, but even more so, he wants to ward off the spectre of being weakened by the suitors sure to be eyeing up their best talent.
“We’ll probably look at two or three signings to keep things fresh,” he said. “We’ve got a strong squad and we’re really happy about that. But you’re always looking to see what can make us better.
“We also want to keep our best players, keep the core of the group.
“The only thing that would change that is we get a huge offer that demands we consider it plus a player wanting to go.”
Kennedy comes from proud footballing stock. His grandfather was none other than the late Jimmy Delaney, the outside-right of Celtic and Manchester United fame.
So, while he himself may not be spending too much time revelling in Celtic’s recent success, he admits to a sense of pride at playing his part in it.
“Celtic getting nine in a row has been massive for my family too,” he said.
“My Mum, my Dad, the rest of the family, it’s been fantastic for everyone. The toughest aspect of it all has been the fact we can’t properly celebrate together because of the times we’re living in. But, of course, when the time’s right it will be nice to have a few handshakes and hugs. I know what it means to everyone. They are very proud.”