Martin O’Neill spent Wednesday night in Leicester carrying out a public event that had been arranged months in advance, even as uncertainty continues over his Celtic future.

The former Hoops boss remains in talks over the vacant manager’s position following a remarkable end to the season. Reports this week have suggested discussions with Dermot Desmond are ongoing, with Robbie Keane also firmly in the frame.

While much of the attention has centred on meetings and speculation surrounding the role, O’Neill was fulfilling a long-standing commitment at De Montfort Hall.

The 74-year-old appeared at “An Audience With Martin O’Neill”, an event focused on his successful spell at Leicester City and one that had been organised well before Celtic’s managerial situation reached its current stage.

The appearance offered a reminder that O’Neill’s reputation stretches far beyond Glasgow. Long before his success at Celtic, he had built one of the most impressive managerial records in British football during his time at Leicester.

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The event had been scheduled months ago and was centred around his achievements with the Foxes. Supporters attended to hear stories from a period that saw O’Neill transform Leicester into a side capable of competing near the top end of English football.

All of that was taking place while speculation over his next move continued north of the border.

O’Neill remains one of the leading candidates to become Celtic’s permanent manager after guiding the club to the Premiership title and Scottish Cup following his return in January. Despite that success, no final decision has been announced.

Recent reports have suggested both O’Neill and Keane have held discussions with Desmond in recent days, but supporters are still waiting for clarity.

While headlines focused on boardroom talks and managerial candidates, O’Neill was standing on a stage in Leicester reflecting on some of the biggest moments of his career.

That appearance should not be viewed as any indication one way or another regarding the Celtic job. The event was organised long before the current discussions began and was always expected to go ahead.

What it does show is that O’Neill’s standing within the game remains as strong as ever. Whether he is discussing Leicester, Celtic or Northern Ireland, there remains huge interest in his career and achievements.

For now, Celtic supporters continue to wait for news. O’Neill’s schedule may have taken him to Leicester on Wednesday night, but attention remains fixed on the conversations that could determine where he will be working next season.