Former boss Neil Lennon insists 'it just wasn't our season' as he reflected on the end of his Celtic reign.
The Irishman has spoken publicly about his exit for the first time since resigning in the wake of a fatal defeat to Ross County in February.
Lennon oversaw the capitulation of the club's 10 In A Row dream and Rangers have since wrapped up the Premiership title at their rivals' expense.
But the club's former captain, the only man in its history to win a Treble as both a player and manager, has only fond memories.
He told BBC 5 Live: "I had a brilliant time at Celtic. I absolutely loved it.
"It just wasn't our season, this season. The players have achieved some incredible things over the past five or six years. It was a real privilege.
"I've had a bit of a break. I've stayed in the house like everybody else but I'm sure I'll get the itch sooner rather than later.
"I've had 20 years as player, coach and manager so yes Celtic are a huge part of my life."
Lennon initially stepped in as interim boss following Brendan Rodgers' departure in February 2019.
He earned the permanent position after completing the club's treble Treble and went on to secure a domestic clean sweep of his own the following term.
But the wheels came off his tenure this season and he eventually moved on with the title slipping well out of reach.
Lennon's assistant John Kennedy has since been appointed caretaker manager.
