52-Year-Old Backed As The New Manager Of Celtic: Will He Genuinely Represent Progress?Celtics board is facing a massive summer. According to former Aberdeen chief executive Keith Wyness, Roberto Martinez is the most obvious way to fix the growing rift with the fans. Speaking on Football Insiders Inside Track podcast, Wyness, who led Aberdeen from 2000 to 2004 before senior roles at Everton and Villa, argued that hiring Martinez would finally get Dermot Desmond and the board off the hook.Celtic fans demand the board act, and Martinez could be the answerWyness clearly thinks highly of the Spaniard, calling him a good operator and a good solution for the club. He pointed out that Martinez has the profile Celtic need, thanks to his Premier League years at Wigan and Everton and his time managing heavyweights like Belgium and Portugal.He also didnt mince words about Wilfried Nancy, calling that appointment a massive gamble that blew up in the boards face. Wyness is certain the fans will settle for nothing less than a marquee name, though getting Martinez would mean the board has to push the boat out financially. With his Portugal contract ending after this summers World Cup, the timing for a move couldnt be better.I know Roberto and I have a good fondness for him.He would be a good operator for Celtic. He may actually be a good solution because it gets Dermot Desmond and the board off the hook. Its showing some actual hope and taking the club forward, appointing a bigger name than Wilfried Nancy, who was, in the kindest way, perhaps not the biggest name.Martinez is proven, hes handled Premier League clubs. Great stories at Wigan, did well at Everton and Belgium. Perhaps not fulfilling their potential, but thats more to do, I think, with the players.He is well respected in the game, well liked in the game, and if Celtic were to get him theyd have to push the boat out, but the fans would demand that.Would Martinez genuinely represent progress or another calculated risk for Celtic?ATLANTA, GEORGIA MARCH 31: Manager Roberto Martinez of Portugal looks on prior to the international friendly match between United States and Portugal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on March 31, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)The truth is, hes likely a bit of both: a real step forward, but still a familiar kind of boardroom gamble. Martinez has the CV to back it up; hes won three trophies, including that famous 2013 FA Cup with Wigan and the 2024-25 Nations League with Portugal. His tactics are also a great match for the Celtic DNA perfectly. Plus, his long history with Shaun Maloney (who played for him and coached alongside him) would give the club some much-needed stability.Hes sharp tactically and great with players, but there are still valid concerns. His Everton teams were notoriously leaky at the back after his first season, and he hasnt been in the day-to-day grind of club football since 2016. Ten years away from the league circuit is a long time.Martinez has already said his mind is entirely on the World Cup, so Celtic would have to be patient and fight off other suitors. The board has a chance to make a real statement here, but as theyve already learned this year, big names dont mean much if the foundation underneath them isnt right.

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Lakers' Austin Reaves provides injury update ahead of Game 5 vs Rockets originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves provided an update to the media on his oblique injury ahead of Game 5 against the Houston Rockets.After practice on Tuesday, Reaves said that he feels good and will see how his body feels on Wednesday ahead of the contest. "I feel good," Reaves said. "Trending in the right direction. Cant wait to wake up tomorrow and attack another day.The star guard made his first media appearance since April 2, when he initially injured his oblique against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Austin Reaves trending toward Game 5 returnThe Lakers are optimistic that the former undrafted guard will make his return in Game 5. "Multiple sources are telling me right now that Austin Reaves and the Lakers are optimistic that he'll make his return to the lineup on Wednesday night in Game 5 against the Houston Rockets," ESPN's Shams Charania reported."He is about four weeks removed from a Grade 2 oblique strain, but Austin Reaves has been making great progress over the last one to two weeks, progressing from one-on-ones to larger group scrimmages with no setbacks.""So barring any type of an issue over the next 24 hours, Austin Reaves is going into practice today in Los Angeles with significant hope that he can get back into the lineup," he added.The Lakers are up 3-1 in the series against the Rockets with a chance to close things out in front of their home crowd.Los Angeles is one win away from taking on the Thunder in the second round of the playoffs.More NBA news:Luka Doncic injury update reveals if he'll return for Lakers-Rockets seriesLeBron James shoulders blame for Lakers' Game 4 loss to RocketsIs Anthony Edwards out for the season? What knee injury timeline means for Timberwolves star

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Atltico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has addressed reports linking Julian Alvarez with a summer move to Arsenal, acknowledging that the Gunners are among the elite clubs monitoring the Argentine forward. Speaking ahead of their Champions League semifinal first leg against the Premier League leaders, Simeone admitted it is "normal" for his star striker to be targeted by Europe's top sides. Simeone confirms Alvarez is a wanted man Speaking ahead of the first leg at the Metropolitano, Simeone was asked directly about reports that Arsenal are considering a summer swoop for Alvarez. The forward, who joined Atltico from Manchester City in 2024, has become one of European football's hottest properties after scoring 48 goals in 104 games for the Spanish side. Simeone openly admitted that the players caliber makes him a target for the worlds biggest clubs. "I just suppose it is normal. He is an extraordinary player," Simeone told reporters. "There is interest from Arsenal, Paris St Germain, Barcelona and other teams. But it is nothing we are concerned about." Managing an 87m asset Arsenal reportedly view Alvarez as the clinical finisher needed to make them a dominant force on domestic and European stages. However, Atltico have previously indicated they have no desire to sell, with the player reportedly valued at approximately 87 million by the Spanish outfit. Additionally, Alvarez is also reported to prefer remaining in Spain, either at Atltico or in a move to another La Liga club, rather than returning to England - with Barcelona reportedly the Spanish side most interested in his services. Focus on European glory While transfer talk dominated the headlines, Simeone moved to refocus his squad on the pursuit of the Champions League trophy. Having reached the finals in 2014 and 2016, the Argentine coach is eager to finally secure the title that has narrowly eluded him. However, he warned that past heartbreaks do not entitle the club to future success. "Nobody owes us anything; we have to work hard and hope Lady Luck is on our side," he added. "There's no pressure, there's responsibility. The excitement of being close to a huge goal, one that the club has never achieved. We have to prepare to play; in the end, the players decide based on their experience, personality, and work ethic. We want to play the game we envision and take it to a place where we can hurt them. "It's extraordinary to play another semifinal. After nine years, the fourth time in 14. It's wonderful. Incredible. That faith, that enthusiasm, that contagious energy from the fans is wonderful. We're facing a tough opponent who are good at set pieces, and we're going there with all our hopes." Final preparations at the Metropolitano Alvarez is expected to feature in the clash despite sitting out Atletico's last two domestic games with a minor injury. His presence will be vital for Simeone's attacking plan against an Arsenal defense that has been consistently solid in England this term.

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