Robbie Keane Addresses Future Amid Coaching Speculation: “I’m Happy at Ferencváros — But You Can Never Say Never”
Budapest, Hungary — Ferencváros head coach Robbie Keane, who has led the Hungarian champions to strong domestic and European form, has addressed swirling speculation about his managerial future, making clear that while he is fully committed to his current role, he’s not closing the door on future opportunities.
The former Republic of Ireland striker — who took charge of Ferencváros in January 2025 — has been linked in recent weeks with managerial openings at clubs including Celtic and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Keane confirmed that no formal talks took place with Celtic during their search for a new manager, and he reiterated that his focus remains on Ferencváros.
Asked about the speculation, Keane said he is “very happy here,” praising Ferencváros’ club structure, facilities, and passionate fanbase — elements he said make the Hungarian giants a rewarding place to work. He credited advice from Sir Alex Ferguson, who has encouraged him to value the people running a club as much as the prestige of managing it.
“You can never say never in football,” Keane added. “At the moment, I’m concentrating on what we’re building here. This club is run very well, and I couldn’t be more happy.”
Keane’s remarks come against a backdrop of success in Budapest. Under his leadership, Ferencváros remain unbeaten in the UEFA Europa League group stage and enjoy a strong position in domestic competition. Amid interest from other clubs, Keane insists that his priority is on continuing Ferencváros’ competitive momentum and staying focused on the present.
While acknowledging that speculation is part of football, Keane stressed that he avoids allowing rumors to distract him or his squad, choosing instead to direct his energy toward achieving results with Ferencváros.
As the season progresses and champions of Hungary look to advance further in Europe, Keane’s commitment to his current project underscores both his ambition and his belief that the green and whites offer an exciting platform for growth — even if future
