M.O'Neill leaves "Celtic" © EuroFootball.com

On Wednesday, Scottish Premier League club Glasgow announced that head coach Martin O'Neill is stepping down from his role.

This news was not unexpected for the club's fans, as over the weekend the Scottish media reported that the departure of the coach who had led Celtic for five years is just a matter of time.

In the club's statement, it is stated that M. O'Neill will step down after the weekend FA Cup final match against Dundee United.

The reason for the 53-year-old coach's departure, as reported by the media, is his wife Geraldine's serious illness. M. O'Neill had previously mentioned his desire to spend more time with his wife.

From June 1st, the club will be led by former Southampton coach and Scottish national team player Gordon Strachan, who has signed a one-year contract.