10 April 2020

Celtic's first-team squad and manager volunteer for salary reduction

Celtic's first-team squad and manager Neil Lennon have taken a voluntary reduction in salaries. 

Backroom staff and club executives have also done the same as the coronavirus pandemic continues to put clubs at financial risk. 

And they have all agreed to defer 'a significant proportion of their earnings' from April to June. 

Lennon said: "This club is all about teamwork and solidarity, on and off the park. We are well aware of the economic realities and are very willing to play our part in recognising them. We will come through this in unity and then look forward to the challenges ahead.

"We also know that many within society, including our own support, are facing distress and, in some cases, tragedy. Everyone at Celtic Football Club, including the players and my own backroom team, expresses our appreciation of the work being done by NHS staff, carers and all who are providing vital public services at this time."

Scottish football has been suspended until at least June 10 and Celtic are currently 13 points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership as they look to seal their ninth consecutive title. 

Chief executive Peter Lawwell added: "I would like to pay tribute to Neil and the players for their desire to play their part and the outcomes achieved.

"I am also grateful to my own executive team for the commitment they have devoted to this outcome in very difficult working circumstances."

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