Motherwell appoint Jens Berthel Askou as new manager - STV News
The 42-year-old has recently worked as assistant manager at Copenhagen and Sparta Prague.
news.stv.tvHere’s the latest on Jens Berthel Askou based on recent reporting.
- He’s been in the spotlight in Scottish football circle, with Motherwell’s managerial situation drawing interest from other clubs, including Aberdeen and Celtic links reported in early 2026. This has kept Askou prominently discussed in press coverage around his role at Motherwell.[1][3][4]
- In early 2026, there was chatter about his potential move or future at Celtic, with commentary suggesting he remained a favored candidate for the Celtic manager role, depending on ongoing developments.[4][8]
- At Motherwell, he has publicly framed his work as manager positively, acknowledging interest in other jobs but stressing his satisfaction and commitment to his current role, while continuing to oversee the team’s performance and player development.[3][9][1]
Illustrative note: In January 2026, discussions about Askou’s links to other clubs were framed as natural given his early success at Motherwell, but he emphasized his happiness at Fir Park.[1]
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- Latest coverage on Askou’s status and Aberdeen/Celtic links.[1]
- Motherwell managerial appointment and profile context.[3]
- Celtic-related speculation and broader press context.[4]