đź”— Share this article Zero Kieran McKenna Celtic Talks as Craig Bellamy Pledges to Wales Kieran McKenna and Craig Bellamy have been linked with the Celtic manager position Ipswich Town's Kieran McKenna declares he has had "no conversations" with the Glasgow club about their coaching position, while Wales head coach Craig Bellamy is committed to seeing out his squad's international campaign. Both are being considered with the coaching position at the Scottish champions following the former manager's departure on Monday. McKenna's Position on Celtic The Ipswich boss referred to Celtic as "an enormous football club" but emphasized he is "in the middle" of a "extensive rebuilding" with Ipswich Town. The mid-thirties assumed control of Portman Road in recent years and guided the team to the English top flight with back-to-back promotions, but they won just four games last season as they were demoted back to the second division and they currently sit 12th in England's second tier. "There have been such discussions," the London-born ex- Northern Ireland youth international said when questioned about being on Celtic's shortlist. "It's not something I have given any thought to, or where any part of my concentration is this week. "I possess a special job here at a remarkable team. And we're at a crucial phase of the campaign. Anything external hasn't reached my awareness." Context and Contractual Details Reports indicate that the manager would be open to speaking to Celtic given his childhood support. "Growing up, we all have our preferences," he said when questioned about those. "It's unlikely everyone has to go around and announce what they used to be, but of course it's a really big sports organization." The coach signed a new four-year contract in 2024 and was asked about his alleged ÂŁ5m release clause. "In every manager's contract, there are provisions," he responded. "I'm unaware what my specific terms are and, were I informed, I wouldn't tell you regardless! "I tackle this role like I'll be Ipswich manager forever. I know that's not always going to be the situation, but I'll always do my best as long as I remain in position." The Welsh Coach's Position Bellamy represented Celtic on loan from the Magpies in the mid-2000s, but the ex- Welsh forward is inclined to complete the ongoing global tournament campaign, a stance that would practically eliminate the mid-forties from immediately taking the Celtic job. Wales are currently third in their qualifying group behind group toppers Belgium and second-placed North Macedonia. Victories over the minnows and their rivals in next month would secure their position in the final qualifying round, but they are virtually assured of reaching that stage, thanks to a productive Nations League campaign, even if they not finish as Group J second place. Considering his current position, Bellamy, whose agreement concludes after the European Championship, would not be available until following the qualifying matches at the minimum. Important Points Ipswich's manager refutes having conversations with the Scottish club McKenna stresses commitment to Ipswich Town Wales' manager focused on international qualification Each managers connected with the Glasgow position Bellamy unavailable until after World Cup matches