Celtic boss O'Neill in hospital after 'small procedure'
Celtic Football Club manager Martin O'Neill is currently hospitalized after undergoing a minor medical procedure. The club expects him to be released within a few days and has requested privacy for the manager and his family.
Why it matters
As a high-profile figure in Scottish football, O'Neill's health status is of significant interest to fans and the sports media following his recent return to the club.
Image source, SNS Image caption, Martin O'Neill was in the dugout for Celtic's 1-0 Premiership win over Dundee on Monday
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill remains in hospital after undergoing a "small procedure", the club have announced.
There are no details about the nature of O'Neill's operation, with the 74-year-old expected to be released in the "next day or two".
O'Neill signed a one-year deal in June to become permanent manager after two interim spells last season culminated in a Scottish Premiership and Scottish Cup double.
The Northern Irishman was in the dugout on Monday as Celtic started the new Premiership campaign with a 1-0 home win over Dundee.
"In response to speculation, we can confirm that Martin O'Neill has undergone a small procedure in hospital," Celtic posted on social media.
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