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David Irvine

Brendan Rodgers finally set to complete Celtic return as timeline 'revealed'

Brendan Rodgers is reportedly set to be announced as Celtic manager on Monday.

The former Parkhead boss is expected to complete a stunning return to replace Ange Postecoglou.

And it's reported an announcement will come - barring any last-minute issues - within 48 hours.

The Scottish Sun report Rodgers has agreed terms at Celtic Park after discussions with Dermot Desmond.

It's thought the prospective Celtic boss will receive an increased wage from his last stint at the club and has been granted assurances before accepting the job.

And the report claims Rodgers could join Celtic on a five-year deal with John Kennedy set to remain at the club as his assistant.

Meanwhile, former Celtic candidate Enzo Maresca has taken over at Leicester in Rodgers' old job.

The Italian coach - who assisted Pep Guardiola at Manchester City was in the running for the Parkhead vacancy.

Talks were delayed until after the Champions League final - but Rodgers emerged as the preferred candidate.

And Maresca quickly moved onto a different opportunity at Leicester with the goal to achieve promotion back to the Premier League after relegation last season.

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