John Kennedy

Read all the news about John Kennedy of Celtic FC. Position: Coach. John Kennedy was born in Bellshill, Scotland on 18 August 1983 (age 36).

Kennedy is the grandson of Celtic and Manchester United player Jimmy Delaney, but he is not related to John Kennedy, a midfielder who played for Celtic in the 1960s. He came through Celtic’s youth system and signed his first professional contract on the same day as fellow defender Stephen McManus. He made his first-team debut aged 16 during the 1999–00 season. In the 2003–04 season, he had a run in the Celtic starting eleven and came under scrutiny from scouts of AC Milan who contacted Celtic about making a move. It was during this season that Kennedy scored his only goal for Celtic, against Dundee in the SPL.

Kennedy is currently defensive coach under Brendan Rodgers.

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FootballFanCast · Aug 19

“Stealing a wage” – Some Celtic fans want 36 y/o key figure to “follow Lawwell out the door”

It was John Kennedy’s birthday at the weekend, and the Celtic supporters pulled no punches as they ripped into their assistant manager...

FootballFanCast · Aug 19
Mark Nicholas · Aug 1

An Alternate History of Celtic (Part 12): What if John Kennedy had not got injured whilst playing for Scotland?

The greatest captain Celtic never had!

Mark Nicholas · Aug 1
Talking Baws · Aug 17

Highly-Rated Celtic Youth Player Signs For Bayern Munich

Liam Morrison has joined Bayern Munich from Celtic.

Talking Baws · Aug 17
Celts Are Here · Jul 22

Have Celtic Made Last Ditch Attempt to Sign Morrison?

It has been over a week since reports of Celtic losing one of their top defensive prospects to the Bundesliga but there’s no sign of the player at Bayern and John Kennedy spoke last week of a deal NOT being done despite noises elsewhere...

Celts Are Here · Jul 22
67HailHail · Jul 17

Celtic defender names the man who has taken his game to new heights

Celtic centre-back Kristoffer Ajer has revealed that Hoops assistant manager John Kennedy has been a great help to him in his current run in the Celtic side.

67HailHail · Jul 17
The Celtic Star · Jul 15

‘We’re still in the mix and we want to keep our players here,’ John Kennedy

CELTIC’S Assistant Manager reckons that the weekend’s friendly against Rennes will stand the Celtic players in good stead for the action ahead and reckons that the likes of Leigh Griffiths, Christopher Jullien and Luca Connell will all be better prepared to feature in the Champions League qualifier on Wednesday night as a result of their...

The Celtic Star · Jul 15
Celtic Quick News · Jul 15

Hoops Wonderbhoy: No Deal Agreed

NEIL LENNON and John Kennedy are united in their efforts to stave off interest from Bayern Munich for teenage defender Liam Morrison.

Celtic Quick News · Jul 15
Celts Are Here · Jul 15

‘Nothing Has Been Agreed’ – John Kennedy Denies Reported Parkhead Exit

LIAM MORRISON was reportedly on his way to Bayern Munich at the weekend to put pen to paper on a three-year deal with the Bundesliga giants according to Football Insider.

Celts Are Here · Jul 15
Celtic Quick News · Jul 14

Boss Rates Griff, Jullien and Connell

ASSISTANT boss John Kennedy believes Celtic are on the right course after watching the goalless stalemate against Rennes at Parkhead.

Celtic Quick News · Jul 14
Inside Futbol · Jul 13

He’s Done Terrifically Well – Celtic Assistant Impressed With Bhoys Star’s Pre-Season

John Kennedy has expressed his delight with the progress made by Leigh Griffiths during pre-season with Celtic...

Inside Futbol · Jul 13
67HailHail · Jul 16

Celtic youngster has to beware the Islam Feruz path

The prospect of Liam Morrison to Bayern Munich has been one of the mini-sagas of the transfer window so far.

67HailHail · Jul 16
Daily Record · Jul 13

John Kennedy admits Celtic disappointment but insists Rennes clash was all about fitness

The Hoops were held to a 0-0 draw but Kennedy insists the result doesn’t matter...

Daily Record · Jul 13
Celtic TV · Jul 13

John Kennedy on the Match | Celtic 0-0 Rennes

💬 “After the difficult game on Tuesday night, with the heavy pitch and the travelling, we got out of it what we wanted.” #CELREN 📽️ #CelticFC assistant manager John Kennedy gives his verdict on the match.

Celtic TV · Jul 13
67HailHail · Jul 14

“Nothing’s been agreed” Celtic assistant rejects idea that exciting talent is leaving the club

The proposed deal to take Liam Morrison to Bayern Munich hasn’t yet been agreed, according to John Kennedy.

67HailHail · Jul 14
Celtic FC · Jul 13

John Kennedy: Friendly match valuable for Euro preparations

WHILE Celtic’s pre-season friendly against Stade Rennais didn’t produce any goals, it was still a productive 90 minutes as the players got more valuable game-time under their belts...

Celtic FC · Jul 13
FootballFanCast · Jul 4

“I try to learn from him” – Celtic ace reveals who’s getting the best out of him in training

Celtic defender has hailed the impact that assistant manager John Kennedy has had on his development at the club...

FootballFanCast · Jul 4
67HailHail · Jul 4

“He shows me how it should be done” Ajer makes honest admission over Celtic man

Centre-back Kristoffer Ajer has heaped praise on Celtic assistant manager John Kennedy today.

67HailHail · Jul 4
Evening Times · Jul 4

Celtic’s Kristoffer Ajer says John Kennedy’s tale will make him savour Champions League nights – once he finally makes it

LIKE so many supporters who visit Celtic Park on Champions League nights, Kristoffer Ajer has sat captivated by what is unfolding all around him...

Evening Times · Jul 4
Daily Record · Jul 4

Kristoffer Ajer on his Celtic dreams, Christopher Jullien and John Kennedy’s inspirational advice

The Norwegian is desperate to play in the Champions League group stage this season...

Daily Record · Jul 4
Celtic FC · Jul 3

See Neil Lennon, John Kennedy and Damien Duff at Celtic FC Festival

WITH the Manager’s appearance at the Celtic FC Festival revealed just yesterday, spaces for the first sitting of ‘An Audience with Neil Lennon’ have already SOLD OUT, with supporters eager to put their questions forward to the Hoops boss...

Celtic FC · Jul 3
67HailHail · Jul 14

‘Looking good’ – Celtic coach impressed with progress made by debutant

Celtic assistant manager John Kennedy has revealed that he has been impressed with the progress made by Christopher Jullien since he joined the Hoops last month.

67HailHail · Jul 14
Inside Futbol · Jul 13

He’s Here Because of His Talent – Celtic Assistant On New Bhoy

John Kennedy has stressed that Celtic signed Luca Connell due to his talent and feels the youngster can develop well...

Inside Futbol · Jul 13
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