As the transfer window slammed shut, Celtic’s ultras group, the Green Brigade, delivered a clear and cutting message to the club’s hierarchy, with no words needed.
Posting a stark image on social media, the group held up banners calling for the removal of majority shareholder Dermot Desmond, chairman Peter Lawwell, and chief executive Michael Nicholson. It was a simple yet powerful visual, capturing the frustration and disillusionment among large sections of the support following what has widely been viewed as a chaotic and underwhelming transfer window.
— North Curve Celtic (@NCCeltic) September 1, 2025
Despite the late signing of Tunisian winger Sebastian Tounekti, many fans feel that Celtic have once again failed to show ambition or urgency, particularly after the club’s early Champions League exit. Key positions – most notably centre-forward – remain glaringly understrength, and the club’s apparent dithering over major targets has left a sour taste.
The Green Brigade’s display reflects growing anger at what is being perceived as a lack of accountability at boardroom level, with Desmond, Lawwell and Nicholson increasingly under pressure from the fans. The banners echo previous calls for major structural and cultural change within the club, especially when it comes to recruitment and long-term planning.
Tensions are high within the fan base, and many are chatting about how to make their feelings known. Some have requested that he club take them off the Home Cup Ticket Scheme.
