Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton has thrown his weight behind Rangers, claiming the Ibrox side have a better chance of winning the Scottish Premiership this season than his old club.
Despite Rangers sitting four points behind leaders Hearts and being leapfrogged by Celtic after a home defeat to Motherwell, Sutton remains unconvinced by the Parkhead side's form. Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club, he said: "Yes, bearing in mind Celtic haven't beaten them in the league and they've got to go to Celtic Park — it wouldn't be a great surprise if Rangers won. Celtic are finding a way but I do not think that's sustainable."
Sutton, who won a domestic treble and reached the 2003 Uefa Cup final under Martin O'Neill, criticised Celtic's performances despite their recent results. "I watch Celtic every week. Even on Saturday night against Falkirk, they just aren't convincing. At this moment in time under Martin O'Neill they are finding a way but I don't believe Celtic can win these remaining four games. I really don't believe it."
He also questioned Celtic's ability to secure results away from home, noting: "I'm not sure Celtic will go to Hibs and get a result. They won there earlier this season but Hibs beat them at Parkhead and drew at Parkhead. Celtic haven't beaten Hearts and Rangers in the league all season."
Sutton added that if O'Neill's side were to win the title after three managerial changes this season, it might not reflect well on Scottish football. "I don't think it would necessarily be a great look; they've been through three managers this season. Martin O'Neill's been in twice in these emergency roles. Some Celtic fans are saying it would be the greatest title triumph ever, when they've been that bad, to get it over the line."
Hearts, meanwhile, remain unbeaten at Tynecastle in the Premiership and continue to impress Sutton. "What's beyond doubt is the credit Hearts are due for maintaining such a strong title push. Unbeaten in the Premiership at Tynecastle this season, the men in maroon have been..."