Celtic Confirm Martin O’Neill Has Undergone “Small Hospital Procedure”

Martin O’Neill has undergone a minor hospital procedure, with Celtic confirming the news after speculation began circulating online.

The club issued a statement on Wednesday afternoon to address the rumours and reassure supporters that the situation is not considered serious.

Celtic said: “In response to speculation, we can confirm that Martin O’Neill has undergone a small procedure in hospital.

“We would envisage Martin being released from hospital in the next day or two and on behalf of Martin, we would like to thank supporters for their kind wishes. We would ask that the privacy of Martin and his family is respected.”

In response to speculation, we can confirm that Martin O’Neill has undergone a small procedure in hospital.

We would envisage Martin being released from hospital in the next day or two and on behalf of Martin, we
would like to thank supporters for their kind wishes.

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— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) August 5, 2026

The statement came after increased discussion on social media, putting an end to suggestions that the Celtic manager had suffered a more serious issue.

The expectation that O’Neill will be discharged within the next day or two offers reassurance. Celtic also made clear that the family would appreciate privacy as he recovers.

The update should settle any fears, with the club indicating there is every expectation O’Neill will be back home shortly.

Everyone at CeltsAreHere wishes Martin O’Neill a smooth recovery and hopes to see him back to full health and in the dugout again soon.