Quinny and Matthew discuss the recent pre-season friendly against Yokohama, and we delve into the team's performance, highlighting key moments and tactical observations. The match was not without its drama, with Joe Hart's blunder being a notable incident. Despite this, standout performances from Daizen and Reo gave fans something to cheer about. The question remains, however, whether these friendlies can truly provide insights into the team's readiness for the upcoming season.
The video also addresses the swirling transfer rumours surrounding the club. The debunked Fererria rumour is put to rest, with Rodgers himself claiming ignorance of the player. Instead, attention is drawn to Stephen McGowan's report about Celtic's interest in Xavier Mbuyamba, a promising young defender from FC Volendam.
The video also discusses the club's goalkeeping plan, with the need for a successor to Joe Hart becoming increasingly apparent. The potential clearout of Celtic squad players is also touched upon, with speculation about the futures of David Turnbull and Liel Abada under Rodgers' management. The striker situation is analysed, with Maeda's performance against Yokohama potentially influencing Rodgers' decision to pursue another striker.
Finally, the video discusses the recent appointment of Brian Rose, a director of Apple services in London, as a non-executive board member and what this could mean for the club's content delivery and modernisation efforts.