Sadiku thanks Celtic supporters as departure confirmed

Celtic Women have confirmed Grant Scott as their new head coach following the exit of Elena Sadiku, who thanked the Celtic support for their backing…

Scott arrives from Hibernian, completing a move from Edinburgh to Glasgow that was formally signed off by both clubs shortly after the sides met in SWPL at the weekend.

Celtic announced the managerial switch in an official club update, confirming that Sadiku has been succeeded by last season’s SWPL Manager of the Year following Scott’s historic title triumph at Hibs.

“Celtic Football Club can confirm that Grant Scott will be joining as the new Celtic FC Women’s Head Coach, as Elena Sadiku departs the Club to pursue a new opportunity,” a club statement read.

“Grant joins Celtic with a proven record of success in Scottish women’s football, having overseen some of the most successful periods in Hibernian FC Women’s recent history, including a Scottish Women’s Premier League title triumph during the 2024/25 season.”

Scott added, “It is a huge honour to join Celtic, and I look forward to carrying on the great work at the club, to push on and bring even more success to Celtic.”

Scottish Womens Football Annual Awards at Hampden Park, on 29 November 2025: SWPL Coach of the Year Grant Scott of Hibernian Women. Photo Aimee Todd

“I’m excited to join at a time when the new Barrowfield Training Centre is giving our women’s team every opportunity to develop, providing the players and those coming through the Academy with the best possible environment to train and come to work each day.”

“I have experience of bringing success to clubs and, ultimately, this is what we will all strive for again, to ensure that Celtic can be at the very top of the women’s game.”

Rachael Boyle of Hibernian Women lifts the SWPL Trophy after the Scottish Women s Premier League match at Ibrox. Rangers 0-1 Hibernian. Photo Shutterstock

Meanwhile, Sadiku – who poised for a return home with a move to Swedish champions BK Häcken – offered her farewell comments as she brought her near two-year spell in charge of the Hoops to a close. The Swedish club stated:

‘BK Häcken’s new head coach, Elena Sadiku is leaving Scottish Celtic and has signed a three-year contract with the Swedish champions.’

BK Häckens nya huvudtränare, Elena Sadiku 🐝

Elena Sadiku lämnar skotska Celtic och har skrivit på ett treårsavtal för de svenska mästarna.

Läs mer på https://t.co/Z4su1qP1uD 🔗 pic.twitter.com/nKt1pOiikj

— BK Häcken (@bkhackenofcl) December 22, 2025

“When I came to Celtic, my focus was simple – to give everything I have to help this club create history,” she said.

“I want to send a special thanks to all the players, staff, and everyone at the Club for their incredible efforts since the day I arrived, which has made this possible. Winning the Club’s first-ever league title and reaching the UEFA Women’s Champions League group stage for the first time are achievements I will always be proud of.”

“To the fans, thank you for your support and for always being there when we needed you. Home and away, you were with us at every step, and the connection we built means a lot to me.”

“Celtic will always be part of my journey, and I wish everyone at the Club every success in the future.”

Conor Spence