FERGUS McCann did little to quell speculation on the future of Celtic's manager Tommy Burns at a news conference yesterday.

The future of Burns is a hot Parkhead topic, while skipper Paul McStay's long association is also in jeopardy after revelations he has been made no new contract offer.

And Portuguese striker Jorge Cadete, who has scored 28 goals this season, was told by McCann, managing director at the club his wages (around £4,000 a week) will only be increased if he commits himself to a longer contract.

The future of Burns entire direction of the development of the team and the club at the end of the season," said McCann yesterday.