For Celtic, the response to their painful defeat against Rangers has been simple—train as hard as possible. That’s according to Luke McCowan, who insists the squad is determined to bounce back.

The Hoops fought back from 2-0 down against their fierce rivals, only to suffer a last-minute loss, marking their first home derby defeat in five years.

Long Break for Reflection

Heading into the international break with such a loss has made the last couple of weeks tough for players who remained behind. However, McCowan believes the time off has been useful for reflection.

Speaking to Celtic TV, he said:

“Since the international boys have been away, it’s given people time to reflect.

“The mood this week has been get yourself in and train as hard as you can. That’s the best way to get over a defeat, especially against your rivals.

“So, the mood in the camp is good. We’ve got to be focused for the next match and put in a good performance.”

With Hearts up next, McCowan sees the upcoming fixture as the perfect chance to respond.

“That’s probably the easiest way to deal with any defeat, regardless of who it’s against or when it’s in the season.

“You always want to bounce back with a victory. But we know in the time off you need to reflect on it, think about it, and make it right for the next game coming.”

Christopher Jullien Set for Emotional Return

Meanwhile, former Celtic defender Christopher Jullien is set to return to action this weekend after nearly a year out due to a second serious knee injury.

Jullien, who joined Celtic for £7 million in 2019, famously scored the winning goal in the League Cup Final against Rangers later that year.

However, his career took a downward turn after suffering a horrific knee injury against Dundee United, keeping him out for over 400 days.

After struggling to regain his place in the squad, he was sold to Montpellier for just £1 million in August 2022.

Unfortunately, disaster struck again last year when he suffered an ACL injury against Lens, ruling him out for the entire season.

Return to the Pitch with Montpellier Reserves

Now 32 years old, Jullien is set to make his comeback with Montpellier’s reserve team this weekend as he eyes a return to Ligue 1 action before the season ends.

Montpellier boss Jean-Louis Gasset confirmed the news, saying:

“Christopher will play again with the reserve team against Nantes. It will be great for him to get back on the pitch again after a difficult time.”

Manchester United are gearing up for a busy summer transfer window, and Fabrizio Romano has provided key updates on two potential deals involving the club.

Romano Plays Down Major Windfall from Greenwood Sale

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has dismissed speculation that Manchester United could secure a massive financial boost from the potential sale of Mason Greenwood.

The 23-year-old forward joined Marseille last year in a £26.6 million deal, which included a significant sell-on clause benefiting United.

Greenwood was previously arrested and charged with attempted rape, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and controlling and coercive behavior following an investigation that began in January 2022.

However, all charges were dropped in February 2023, and Greenwood has consistently denied any wrongdoing.

Since moving to Marseille, the forward has impressed, scoring 16 goals and providing 3 assists in 28 appearances.

His performances have fueled speculation about a summer transfer, with Paris Saint-Germain among the clubs linked with a move.

However, Romano believes Greenwood’s future remains uncertain and that a move is far from guaranteed.

Fabrizio Romano’s Update on Greenwood’s Future

In his latest GIVEMESPORT newsletter, Romano addressed rumors about Greenwood’s potential departure and the financial impact it could have on United.

“There are many rumors, but nothing has been decided at this stage for Greenwood,” Romano stated. “There are not even negotiations with other clubs.”

Manchester World reports that United are entitled to 50% of the profits from any future sale of Greenwood as part of his transfer agreement with Marseille.

However, contrary to some suggestions, United will not receive half of any future transfer fee only half of the profit.

Additionally, Getafe, where Greenwood spent the 2023-24 season on loan, has a clause entitling them to 20% of United’s potential future earnings from any Greenwood sale.

Manchester United’s Interest in a New Striker

As United look to reshape their squad under Ruben Amorim, the potential sale of Greenwood could play a crucial role in their summer transfer plans.

Manchester World understands that the club aims to sign a striker, a right winger, and at least one central midfielder, with their top priority being a new goal scorer.

However, their transfer budget will largely depend on whether they qualify for the Champions League.

Their chances of landing Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyokeres, for example, seem slim unless they secure a top-four finish.

United have already missed out on Geovany Quenda and have been linked with Francisco Trincao and Goncalo Inacio.

When asked about the possibility of Amorim targeting players from his former club, Romano clarified that no concrete talks had taken place.

“There is nothing fresh in terms of contact with and for Sporting players,” Romano said. “They obviously like Gyokeres, but it will be an open race.”

With the summer window approaching, United’s transfer activity is expected to intensify as they look to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.

Tottenham Hotspur made headlines on the final day of the winter transfer window by signing Mathys Tel on loan from Bayern Munich.

His move became the biggest talking point of deadline day as he performed a U-turn and joined Spurs on an initial loan deal.

The 19-year-old has made seven appearances for Tottenham, scoring once. However, he has yet to open his account in the Premier League or the Europa League.

Tottenham’s View on Signing Tel Permanently

Fabrizio Romano has provided insight into how Tottenham insiders feel about the possibility of making Tel’s move permanent.

According to Romano, Spurs consider him a player who could ‘absolutely’ be part of their long-term project.

However, the club is not rushing into a decision, as they remain focused on their ongoing Europa League campaign.

With Tottenham struggling in the league and already out of both domestic cups, winning the Europa League is their only pathway to European football next season.

Securing Europa League glory would guarantee Champions League qualification, which would significantly impact Spurs’ summer transfer budget and their ability to attract top talent.

“This remains the message: Tottenham consider Mathys Tel as a player who can absolutely be part of the project in the future,” Romano wrote on GiveMeSport.

“Then we have to see again, also in this case, financially, how Tottenham want to advance in the summer.

“At the moment, I can guarantee that Tottenham are fully focused on the present, because obviously, the Europa League is too important for them before deciding on the budget and what’s going to happen next season.

“It’s similar to Manchester United. If you have the chance to play Champions League football next season, everything can change. And so, financially, you can do way more things.”

Ange Postecoglou’s Plans for Mathys Tel

Earlier in March, Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou spoke about Tel’s contributions, stating that he has “done as well as he possibly can” given the circumstances at N17.

Postecoglou backed the ‘extraordinary’ Tel to thrive once Tottenham’s injury crisis eases. He also revealed that he sees Tel’s best position on the flanks and hopes to use him there once key players return.

“It’s fair to say we’ve put a lot on a very young player and introduced him to our league,” Postecoglou told reporters.

“I remember Lucas [Bergvall] was a similar one at the beginning of the year. He struggled a little bit in certain games, especially in Europe.

“He struggled a couple of times, but over time, we’ve seen him flourish.

“I’m sure once we can get Dom [Solanke] back in and hopefully Richy [Richarlison] not too far in the future, we can use him in the way we want to.”

With key players expected to return soon, Postecoglou hopes to utilize Tel in a way that maximizes his strengths, allowing him to make a greater impact on the team.

For now, Tottenham remains focused on their Europa League campaign before making any decisions regarding Tel’s long-term future.