As excitement builds for the upcoming season of the popular ITV reality show, speculation is rife about the 2024 lineup. Among the names circulating is former Celtic player Mick McCarthy, who is reportedly being considered for a spot in this year’s edition of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! Alongside McCarthy, other notable personalities such as Tommy Fury, Danny Dyer, and Olivia Atwood are also rumored to make an appearance.
With the return of I’m A Celebrity on the horizon, fans eagerly await the official announcement of the lineup, which is expected to be confirmed in the coming weeks. According to an article from Ipswich Town’s independent outlet TWTD, McCarthy is being “lined up” for participation. If these rumors hold true, he would join the ranks of other former Ipswich figures like Kieron Dyer and Jimmy Bullard, who have previously ventured into the jungle.
Mick McCarthy’s history with Celtic began in 1983 after his stints with Barnsley and Manchester City. During his time with the Hoops, he helped secure three trophies, including the coveted Scottish Premier League title in the 1987/88 season. After leaving Celtic in 1989, McCarthy continued his playing career with clubs such as Lyon and Millwall before transitioning to management shortly after retiring from playing in 1992.
At 65, McCarthy boasts over three decades of managerial experience but has yet to find a new position since his departure from Blackpool in April 2023. He described his exit as a mutual decision, citing it as the best course of action given the team’s struggles, which included only two victories in a span of 14 matches.
Should McCarthy take the plunge and enter the jungle, he will join a distinguished list of former football stars who have tackled the show’s infamous challenges. Previous contestants include Ian Wright and Wayne Bridge, while legendary manager Harry Redknapp and Women’s Euro 2022 champion Jill Scott have both emerged victorious in their respective seasons. The anticipation for this season of I’m A Celebrity continues to grow, with fans keen to see which celebrities will brave the trials ahead.