BREAKING NEWS: SFA consider rule switch that could change the landscape for Celtic…

The Scottish FA are preparing to relax stringent rules on dual-ownership of clubs in Scotland, potentially changing the face of the Scottish Premiership for Celtic.

Currently, Article 13 of the SFA regulations prevents any owner or ownership group in Scottish football from becoming involved in the management or administration of any other team, even away from these shores, without the express written consent of the SFA board.

The board has so far upheld the spirit of that ruling and prevented any controlling investment coming from the owners of other clubs in other leagues.

However, with the increasing prevalence of multi-club structures across the globe, The Scottish Daily Mail reports [28/10 print edition, back page] that the SFA board are now willing to take a more relaxed view of Article 13 on a case-by-case basis.

It’s said they would be willing to discuss any approach for a 50.1% stake in a Scottish club, even from groups and persons who own other clubs.

Scottish football could change dramatically for Celtic

This is something which could change the landscape of the Premiership and The Mail reports that three English clubs have already expressed interest in buying SPFL outfits.

Not only could it increase investment in Celtic’s competitors but ambitious footballing groups could enforce a more progressive, modern vision for some of Scotland’s clubs that are currently stuck in a rut.

Theoretically, it could even mean that Celtic pursue the option of buying a club abroad for development or franchise purposes. The Bhoys have had loose affiliations with foreign teams in the past, and currently have an agreement with Admira Wacker in Austria to send players out on loan, but this could pave the way for a whole different thing.