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Mark Pirie

Kris Boyd in Rafa Benitez to Celtic dig as Rangers hero delivers social media wind-up

Former Rangers striker Kris Boyd doesn't believe Celtic fans will see Rafa Benitez in the dugout - insisting there is more chance of seeing Rafa Nadal in Scotland.

The Spaniard emerged as the odds-on favourite with the bookies following his departure in the wake of his departure from China Super League side Dalian Pro.

A Sunday Mirror report claim the highly-respected 60-year-old is nearing a switch to Parkhead.

However, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague poured cold water over the link insisting he is "going to rest for a bit" after the spell in Asia.

Boyd hasn't got on board with the links of the former Real Madrid, Liverpool and Napoli arriving in Glasgow's east end.

The pundit took to Instagram, sharing a photo of tennis superstar Nadal, commenting there is "more chance of seeing this Rafa in Scotland".

He also added a snap of Spanish comic 'El Risitas' laughing hysterically at the idea of the Benitez replacing under-pressure Neil Lennon.

Lennon is facing a January review from the Celtic board and is without a win so far this season, with Rangers currently holding a 23-point lead in the Premiership.

Ex-Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe has also been among the names tipped for top job at Celtic Park.

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