Former Cardiff City boss Malky Mackay believes Celtic should be aiming to win ten Scottish titles in a row.

Bhoys boss Ronny Deila, who is departing at the end of the season, is all but certain to lead the club to their fifth consecutive top flight title.




However, Celtic will have Rangers for company in the Premiership next season and the Gers scored an early psychological blow on their fierce rivals recently by knocking them out of the Scottish Cup.

Mackay played for Celtic between 1993 and 1998 and believes that regardless of Rangers' return, ten titles in a row should be the target for the Bhoys – and it is one they can achieve.
 


He was quoted as saying by BBC Scotland: "I think the next five-year period at Celtic is a crucial one.

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"I think a record 10 titles in a row is achievable and a strong focus should be there.

"But, for that to happen, I think there is a detailed and strategic plan needed going forward. I think I could help with that and bring a fresh approach.

"I've got an understanding of the club and an ability for that to happen."

Mackay, who has managed Watford, Cardiff and Wigan, is keen to succeed Deila in the hot seat at Celtic Park.

The current favourites for the Celtic job are former Manchester United boss David Moyes, ex-Celtic manager Neil Lennon and former West Brom and Reading boss Steve Clarke.

Leeds United head coach Steve Evans has also been mooted as a contender.