Chris Sutton Voices What He’d Like to Hear at Friday’s AGM

Chris Sutton has said that he wants to hear directly from the club’s new Head of Football Operations, Paul Tisdale, during today’s Annual General Meeting at Celtic Park.

Sutton believes Tisdale’s insights on recruitment and long-term strategy would be invaluable to shareholders and fans.

Tisdale, who was officially appointed in recent weeks, reportedly played an unofficial role in Celtic’s summer recruitment drive.

Writing in The Daily Record, Sutton highlighted the potential impact of Tisdale’s role and called for transparency regarding his vision for the January transfer window and beyond.

“For me, I wouldn’t bet on it happening, but it would be nice to hear from the new head of operations though. Paul Tisdale is the self-proclaimed Football doctor and it will be good to find out his prognosis for the club. I’ve said on these pages before, I think it’s a positive appointment. People in the Game speak very highly of Tisdale and he’s someone with a reputation for thinking outside the box.

“He’s been in the door officially for a good few weeks now and he was unofficially part of the summer recruitment drive. I’d like to know what the plan is for January and beyond as far as he is concerned.

“The Celtic squad is in strong shape but there is always opportunity to build and progress.

“You look at the situation at left back with Greg Taylor heading out of contract and Alex Valle on loan until the end of the season. Do Brendan Rodgers and Tisdale step up and recruit a new one in the next window? Are there deals to be done with either – or both?”

While the January window may only require minor adjustments rather than an overhaul, Sutton is right in the importance of continued squad progression to meet high expectations, especially with a bust run of Games, in the league, cup and Champions League.

By the transfer window shutting, Celtic will be hoping to have two more Champions League Games secured, in the knockout stage for the round of 16.

The AGM begins at 11:30 AM, followed by Brendan Rodgers’ press conference later in the day. Fans will be eager for updates on transfer plans, player contracts, and broader issues in the club as Celtic look to build on their strong start to the season.

Stay tuned to CeltsAreHere for comprehensive coverage of today’s events.