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O'Neill out of hospital, but 'no timeline' for Celtic return

Celtic assistant manager Shaun Maloney says there is "no timeline" for Martin O'Neill's return from the "small procedure" the boss underwent in hospital and the 74-year-old will "make the call" about whether he will be in the dugout for Sunday's trip to Kilmarnock.

O'Neill out of hospital, but 'no timeline' for Celtic return

Celtic assistant manager Shaun Maloney has revealed that manager Martin O'Neill has been discharged from hospital following a minor procedure, but there is no set timeline for his return to the dugout. O'Neill, 74, will decide on his availability for Sunday's match against Kilmarnock. The assistant manager spoke with O'Neill after his discharge and noted that the boss was in good spirits.

Maloney emphasized that the situation is day-to-day, and O'Neill will make the final call regarding his participation in the upcoming match. Celtic's assistant manager acknowledged the significant impact O'Neill has had during his tenure, but they will be prepared regardless of his availability.

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