🔗 Share this article Zero McKenna Celtic Discussions as Craig Bellamy Pledges to Wales Kieran McKenna and Wales head coach have been connected with the Celtic vacancy The Championship club's Kieran McKenna declares he has had "zero discussions" with the Glasgow club about their coaching position, while Wales national team manager the former striker is committed to seeing out his team's World Cup campaign. Each have been linked with the manager's job at the Scottish champions following the former manager's departure on the start of the week. McKenna's Stance on The Scottish Club McKenna described Celtic as "an enormous football club" but emphasized he is "deeply involved" of a "extensive rebuilding" with the Championship side. The mid-thirties assumed control of Portman Road in 2021 and led them to the English top flight with consecutive elevations, but they managed only four games last campaign as they were relegated back to the second division and they presently occupy 12th in the Championship. "I have not had any of those discussions," the English capital native former Northern Ireland youth international said when questioned about being on Celtic's shortlist. "This isn't a matter I have considered seriously, or where any part of my concentration is currently. "I possess a special job here at a special team. And we're at a crucial stage of the campaign. Anything outside of that hasn't touched my awareness." Background and Agreement Details Reports indicate that McKenna would be open to speaking to Celtic given his boyhood allegiances. "During youth, we all have our preferences," he said when questioned about these. "I don't think all people has to publicly and declare what they used to be, but naturally it's a massive football club." McKenna agreed to a fresh multi-year deal in last year and was asked about his alleged £5m release clause. "In every manager's contract, there are provisions," he replied. "I'm unaware what mine are and, if I did, I wouldn't disclose you anyway! "I approach this job like I'll be Ipswich manager forever. I understand that's not invariably going to be the situation, but I will consistently do my best as long as I remain in position." The Welsh Coach's Position Bellamy represented the Hoops on temporary transfer from the Magpies in the mid-2000s, but the ex- Welsh striker is inclined to finish the ongoing global tournament campaign, a stance that would practically eliminate the 46-year-old from assuming the Celtic job. Wales are currently third in their World Cup group behind group toppers the Red Devils and second-placed Macedonia. Victories over the minnows and their rivals in next month would book their position in the final qualifying round, but they are virtually assured of reaching that stage, due to a successful Nations League performance, should they fail to finish as their group second place. Considering his present position, Bellamy, whose agreement expires after the European Championship, would not be available until after the play-offs at the earliest. Important Highlights Kieran McKenna denies any conversations with Celtic McKenna emphasizes dedication to his current club Wales' manager concentrated on international qualification Each coaches connected with Celtic vacancy Bellamy unavailable until post World Cup qualifiers