Brendan Rodgers has voiced his intense frustration with Celtic's transfer business and publicly condemned a 'faceless coward' who he believes briefed the media about his desire to leave the club.
A report had emerged claiming that Rodgers wanted out of Parkhead after the Hoops failed to strengthen as much as he and the fans had hoped.
Rodgers admitted that he was not surprised by the briefings against him, stating it had happened during his previous stint at the club as well.
The Irishman described the anonymous action as 'cowardly' and said that while he was frustrated with the situation, he would never have intentionally hurt someone else in this way, especially since he chose to return to the club.
Rodgers conceded that the way the transfer window unfolded had left him 'empty' and that the club 'weren't ready' for the critical Champions League qualification games.
He stressed the importance of marrying the club's successful business model with the necessary football investment, particularly in terms of timing.
Despite his disappointment, Rodgers insisted he is more determined than ever to succeed this season and is focused on getting the team back to their identity.
He also touched upon the sale of Adam Idah, suggesting a replacement was in the works but fell through.
The manager also talked up the arrival of Kelechi Iheanacho on a free transfer.
Rodgers stated that he would not take the hit for the club's hierarchy regarding a recent statement to fans, but he also refused to turn on his superiors.
He acknowledged that the supporters are frustrated and that he understands their demands for the club to perform better in Europe.
The manager's comments come amid ongoing doubts about his future and anger from the faithful, some of whom are boycotting the club's recently announced plans.
A report had emerged claiming that Rodgers wanted out of Parkhead after the Hoops failed to strengthen as much as he and the fans had hoped.
Rodgers admitted that he was not surprised by the briefings against him, stating it had happened during his previous stint at the club as well.
The Irishman described the anonymous action as 'cowardly' and said that while he was frustrated with the situation, he would never have intentionally hurt someone else in this way, especially since he chose to return to the club.
Rodgers conceded that the way the transfer window unfolded had left him 'empty' and that the club 'weren't ready' for the critical Champions League qualification games.
He stressed the importance of marrying the club's successful business model with the necessary football investment, particularly in terms of timing.
Despite his disappointment, Rodgers insisted he is more determined than ever to succeed this season and is focused on getting the team back to their identity.
He also touched upon the sale of Adam Idah, suggesting a replacement was in the works but fell through.
The manager also talked up the arrival of Kelechi Iheanacho on a free transfer.
Rodgers stated that he would not take the hit for the club's hierarchy regarding a recent statement to fans, but he also refused to turn on his superiors.
He acknowledged that the supporters are frustrated and that he understands their demands for the club to perform better in Europe.
The manager's comments come amid ongoing doubts about his future and anger from the faithful, some of whom are boycotting the club's recently announced plans.