Paul Tisdale has reportedly taken on the role of Head of Recruitment at Celtic

Tisdale’s arrival comes months after Mark Lawwell’s departure, after overseeing four transfer windows at the club. During Lawwell’s tenure, the most notable success was the acquisition of Alistair Johnston, who quickly established himself in the first team, but apart from that, there isn’t much to write him about.

It seems that Tisdale is already in his role at Celtic Park.

Though Celtic have yet to officially announce Tisdale’s appointment, his involvement is already sparking intrigue about the club’s future transfer strategy.

Tisdale could signal a potential shift or evolution in the club’s recruitment focus. His fresh insights may lead to an exploration of new markets or a refinement of the current approach to player signings.

With Tisdale’s reputation for nurturing talent and his wealth of experience, his appointment could have a significant impact on Celtic’s future transfer dealings, especially as the club continues to compete on both domestic and European fronts.

It’s quite an exciting appointment in all honesty. Hopefully he can deliver some top signings for the club, after a few let down windows.

Danish media react to Kasper Schmeichel display vs Spain as Celtic goalkeeper’s error proves costly

What was a ‘flawless’ Saturday night for Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel turned into one to forget after his error cost Denmark against Spain.

Schmeichel won his 108th cap for the Danes during Saturday’s Nations League match in Murcia, playing the full 90 minutes of a 1-0 defeat.

The shot-stopper had a quiet first hour up against the Euro 2024 winners, who struggled to work him between sticks.

However, the Celtic goalkeeper was called upon on two occasions in the 62nd and 68th minutes. Twice, he denied Alvaro Morata by spreading his frame to shut off the striker’s shooting angles from close range.

Alvaro Morata of Spain shoots which is saved by Kasper Schmeichel of Denmark during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A Group A4 match between…

Schmeichel has always been renowned for his strength and size in one-on-one situations, and he did excellently to keep the Spaniards at bay.

However, the pivotal moment in the game came after 79 minutes, when Martin Zubimendi’s lashed shot from outside the box slipped out of the goalkeeper’s grasp, under his body, and into the goal.

Although there was a slight deflection, it was an effort that Schmeichel should have kept out.

Danish media have their say on Kasper Schmeichel vs Spain

There was criticism from Danish press outlets and supporters after the defeat, but most recognised that Schmeichel had contributed greatly to a potential result up to the point of Zubimendi’s strike.

Bold called his performance a ‘paradox’ and said, “Schmeichel was on course for a flawless performance, but for Spain’s goal he looked poor. Even though the shot was deflected by Hojbjerg, it was a ball that the seasoned keeper should have taken.

“Otherwise, he showed great composure and several times took the sting of the Spanish pressure with a confident and good passing game, as well as making a couple of great saves.”

Tidsbladet meanwhile thinks a ‘curse’ is continuing for the Danish shot-stopper and had a similarly mixed review of his display, stating, “There has long been a debate about Schmeichel’s role as first choice, because Mads Hermansen impresses, but today Kasper Schmeichel showed himself well, especially with a classy save on a huge Morata opportunity in the second half.

“But Schmeichel, on the other hand, unfortunately, looked absolutely unconvincing at Zubimendi’s scoring, where he was slow to get down.”

BT continued the theme, going so far as to say Schmeichel was cooking up a masterpiece before the goal, reviewing, “With great saves and giga confidence on the ball, the keeper had painted a work of art worthy of Picasso. But out of the blue, Schmeichel wreaked havoc on his own work as he zeroed in on Nelsson’s non-free kick, got into position a little too late and then delivered a drop that cost the one point.”

Kasper Schmeichel’s numbers for Denmark vs Spain

Now 37, Schmeichel won’t last forever at the elite level and will naturally face increasing questions about the next generation taking over his number-one spot.

However, his overall performance against Spain wasn’t a bad one up to the difficult moment with Zubimendi.

Kasper Schmeichel vs Spain

Minutes Played 90

Saves 5

xGOT faced 1.29

Goals prevented 0.29

Recoveries 15

Acted as sweeper 1

Pass accuracy 68%

It was just one of those moments that has happened to every goalkeeper, regardless of age.

Schmeichel will be philosophical about how it panned out and retain his confidence. That’s the kind of character he is.

Denmark now have a match away to Switzerland on Tuesday night and will again be first-choice for Celtic’s test at home to Aberdeen next weekend.