Pedro Mendes admits the prospect of Celtic equalling Rangers’ title record is unthinkable.
The Hoops went level on 118 trophies with their bitter rivals after storming to Premiership and Scottish Cup glory last season. Now, they can become the most decorated club in Scotland if they win more silverware than the Ibrox club in 2024/25. Brendan Rodgers’ side are also going for 55 as they chase a fourth successive league crown and a record-equalling top-flight title.
It’s a monumental year for Philippe Clement, who has wasted no time revamping the squad he inherited from Michael Beale this summer. The no-nonsense Belgian has already offloaded the five players and could dismantle the long-serving leadership group, with skipper James Tavernier and vice-captain Connor Goldson both attracting interest.
Six new faces have arrived in Govan and Mendes admits they’ll have to hit the ground running in what could prove to be one of the most important seasons in the club’s history.