Passionate Ronny Deila has erupted in a scathing rebuke aimed at the Belgian media, declaring, ‘Not even during my time at Celtic was the scrutiny this intense.’
Since assuming control of Club Brugge last summer, the Norwegian has faced intense scrutiny, with his team trailing league leaders Union Saint-Gilloise by a staggering 18 points. The press has not held back in criticizing his tactics and managerial decisions.
Following Brugge’s 3-0 victory over Molde that secured their spot in the quarter-finals of the Europa Conference League, Deila launched a forceful defense. He alleged that individuals within the club, both behind the scenes and in the dressing room, were leaking information to the press. Deila affirmed his commitment to speaking candidly and vowed to push back against his detractors by aiming for European success amidst a tumultuous season.
In a remarkable tirade captured by Het Belang van Limburg, Deila exclaimed, “To all who doubt, hear this: it’s a journey. I know the media is in contact with insiders. Every detail gets out, every whisper from the locker room. This is unprecedented for me. I’ve been at top clubs before, even at Celtic things weren’t this harsh. But you must endure it.
“I stand by my truth, unafraid to challenge authority. It matters not who you are, even the King of Norway could sit here, and I’d call him out. This is the Norwegian way, perhaps less so here. Respect, to me, is showing your true self and upholding noble values.
“I believe in our resilient, talented squad. We learn rapidly, from successes and setbacks alike. We now find ourselves in a European quarter-final, a dream realized. I refuse to settle; I won’t sacrifice competition. Thirty crucial points are up for grabs in the playoffs. Anything remains possible. We are primed to compete on all fronts.
“Now, we hope for favorable draws in Europe. Aston Villa and Lille pose formidable challenges, but we are prepared for any showdown. The stakes are high, the anticipation palpable. We are ready to elevate our game further.”
