CELTIC'S next Champions League opponents Dinamo Zagreb are on the brink of sacking manager Nenad Bjelica after a disastrous defeat to bitter rivals Hajduk Split, who are managed by ex-Rangers star Rino Gattuso.

The Hoops travel to Croatia next week for their latest game in the section and they are in a strong position to qualify for the play-offs after two wins, two draws and a defeat so far.

But Dinamo are struggling badly and are now seven points off the top of their league after a second loss this season to Hajduk.

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Ex-Ibrox midfielder Gattuso has worked wonders with Hajduk who are on top of the league.

But Bjelica accepts his job is now under threat, ahead of the visit of Celtic.

He said: "We haven't achieved what we expected in the league, but in the Champions League we have exceeded expectations.

"I am trying to get the most out of the team, I will continue to do that until someone tells me otherwise.

"I respect everyone's opinion about the quality of the squad, but I think a lot of important players are missing through injury and you have to remember that.

"We need to get our heads together, prepare for the next game and look forward.

"I am well aware of the situation here and the consequences of not winning enough games."