Retaining the SPL title is the priority for Celtic next season.

The Bhoys eased to the title last season, especially as Rangers were docked points, and their Ibrox rivals will not be around to challenge again when the new campaign begins.

Lennon’s side will therefore be the red-hot favourites for the league again, and the manager admits this takes priority over a potential UEFA Champions League run.

“We are the champions and the most important thing is to retain the championship,” he said. "Europe is something that we would like to progress in and take this team forward.”

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