Dermot Desmond has blasted Brendan Rodgers in an astonishing farewell parting shot, accusing the former manager of breaking his trust.

Celtic announced Rodgers' shock departure from the Parkhead club on Monday night following a slack start to the season, resulting in a calamitous Champions League exit and a disappointing transfer window.

He repeatedly took aim at the board over the club's summer business, with fuming fans ramping up the pressure on the hierarchy demanding their removal, reports the Daily Record .

Fans have been demanding answers from the principal shareholder Desmond, CEO Michael Nicholson and chairman Peter Lawwell.

And now the Irish tycoon has broken ranks and accused Rodgers of "misleading" the fans, branding him "toxic" too.

In an incredible 554-word statem

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