BRENDAN RODGERS has hinted he could extend his Celtic stay beyond 2026. The Hoops boss reiterated his promise to see out his current three-year Parkhead deal. 3 Brendan Rodgers announced he'd stay for three years when he returned to Celtic - and vowed to win over his critics Credit: Willie Vass 3 He was given a warm welcome by biggest fan Patsy Cullen when he reported back last year Credit: Kenny Ramsay 3 The Hoops boss re-iterated his timescales - and put OFF all talk of a new deal beyond 2026 Credit: Kenny Ramsay But Rodgers, who has handed right-back Alistair Johnston a new long-term contract until 2029, admits he could be open to talks next term.
He said: “On my first day back, I said I’d be here for three years. By then, I’ll have done nearly six years at the club, and that’s a long time as Celtic manager. “For nearly a year, more people wanted me out than in, so I’m not going to be talking about new contracts now! “I just need to continue to work well and do my very best for the club.
Read More Celtic stories BREN BACKING Rodgers defends Mark Lawwell and reveals role in bringing HUGE names to club HEARTS v CELTIC SPFL leaders hit capital, live on TV at unusual kick-off time - team news “I’m pretty sure at some point next season, we can see how we’re going and take it from there. “But at the moment, I love my life here and it’s an amazing club to work for. “Going away and then coming back has made it even better for me because I knew what I had .
