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Shaun Maloney admits Celtic stars are HURTING from a dramatic 24 hours that has rocked Parkhead. ‌

The Hoops dressing room were left stunned when news broke late on Monday night that boss Brendan Rodgers had packed his bags - before Dermot Desmond unleashed a blistering parting shot. ‌

And they were dealt another devastating blow when it emerged that hugely popular right-hand man John Kennedy had also resigned - ending his 27-year stay as a player and coach. ‌

Maloney - who will assist interim boss Martin O’Neill - was tasked with lifting the players during a traumatic morning at Lennoxtown yesterday.

And the 42-year-old says he’ll be relying heavily on his leadership group to get them through a turbulent period.

Maloney said: "The last 24 hours have been

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