Is Jens Berthel Askou the Next Celtic Manager? A Controversial Opinion
'I'm convinced Jens Berthel Askou would be a great fit for Celtic.' That's the bold statement from former Celtic star and now pundit, Chris Sutton. But is it a controversial one? Sutton's opinion is certainly one that will spark debate among Celtic fans and experts alike.
Sutton, who has been observing Askou's leadership at Motherwell this season, believes that the Danish manager should be the next man to take over from Martin O'Neill. He's impressed by Askou's team, which he considers one of the best to watch in the country. Sutton praises their style of play, noting that they set up to try and stop the Glasgow clubs, rather than the other way around.
But Sutton's admiration for Askou goes beyond the pitch. He also appreciates Askou's communication skills with media outlets. Sutton believes that Askou ticks many boxes for the ideal Celtic manager, but acknowledges that the final decision rests with Celtic owner Dermot Desmond. Desmond has a history of bold, big-name appointments, like Brendan Rodgers and Martin O'Neill.
Sutton's opinion is certainly one that will be debated. Is Askou the right man for the job? What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments below. And this is the part most people miss... Sutton's belief that Askou would be a 'great fit' for Celtic is based on his observations of Askou's leadership and communication skills, as well as his admiration for Motherwell's style of play. But is it enough to convince Desmond? Only time will tell.
