A loud chant of “Sack the board” continuously broke out during Celtic’s Champions League play-off first leg against Kairat Almaty, as frustration among supporters over the club’s lack of transfer activity spilled into the match.
The anger was aimed not at Brendan Rodgers or the players, but at the board, with fans fed up at what they see as a lack of proper support for the manager.
The chant came during the game and was impossible to ignore. It reflected the growing belief that the current squad has not been strengthened enough ahead of such an important tie. With a place in the Champions League league phase on the line, supporters made it clear they don’t think the board have done their part to help Rodgers succeed.
Many fans expected the summer window to bring serious investment. Instead, progress has been slow. Several key positions still need improvement, and those watching from the stands are growing tired of hearing about interest that doesn’t lead to deals. They want signings, not talk.
Rodgers returned to the club with the aim of building a side ready to compete at a higher level. But he’s now stuck in the middle, facing pressure from fans while the board appear reluctant to spend. While he still has backing from the support, patience is wearing thin.
That chant, heard loud and clear during a vital European game, showed just how deep the concern runs. For many, this is about more than just one transfer window. It’s about the overall direction of the club under this board.
If the window shuts without proper movement, the atmosphere could turn even more toxic. The message from the stands is simple: the time for talk is over.
