It’s never too long before the rumour mill starts spinning. Right now, Celtic fans are abuzz with speculation over a possible appointment that could see Mumbai City’s Des Buckingham trading the Indian Super League for the Scottish Premiership.

The chatter began when eagle-eyed Celtic supporters claimed to have spotted Buckingham at Glasgow Airport, a mere 24 hours after Ange Postecoglou stepped down as manager to join Tottenham Hotspur. This apparent sighting has further fuelled the fire of conjecture, with fans wondering if Buckingham could be in line for a role at Celtic Park.

✈️| An image showing it is actually Des Buckingham 😳

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Adding to the intrigue, the rumoured sighting comes just after a Celtic fan on Twitter floated the idea of a “left-field City Group appointment.” Mumbai City FC, where Buckingham currently reigns as boss, are part of the City Football Group, further tying the Englishman to the Scottish giants.

Some fans are considering whether Buckingham could be brought on as an assistant, while others argue that such speculation has already tipped into the realm of hysteria. As ever, only time will reveal the truth of the situation, but that won’t stop the conjecture.

Buckingham led Mumbai City to Indian Super League glory in the previous season, notching up a record win and points tally. The former Oxford United goalkeeper has made a name for himself in India, following successful stints in New Zealand and Australia. Des and Ange Postecoglou are both represented by the same agency.

The connection between Buckingham and Postecoglou, coupled with the Englishman’s recent success in India, makes the link to Celtic an intriguing one. Even if it is nothing more than speculation, it highlights the possibility that Celtic are casting their net further once again.

Celtic will be entering a new era this summer; right now, we have no idea who the main players will be.