O'Neill a 'no-brainer', now major rebuild awaits

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Martin O'Neill is set to become Celtic's permanent manager after two stints in an interim role last season, but he faces a major challenge: rebuilding a squad that underperformed in the Scottish Premiership. The club's board views the appointment as a straightforward choice, having already seen O'Neill stabilize the team during his temporary spells. However, Celtic's summer will demand significant overhaul, departures are likely, new signings are essential, and the pressure to compete immediately will be intense. O'Neill must prove his interim success translates to sustained, long-term performance.