Rodgers on season aims, Bernardo signing and O’Riley speculation

Brendan Rodgers has been speaking to the media as his side prepare for their league opener against Kilmarnock on Sunday.

Here are the key points:

• Rodgers says his side’s objective is still to win every single domestic trophy and get to the Champions League play-offs but he’s also looking for good performances and consistency.

• On Paulo Bernardo signing, the manager stressed the importance of having good squad depth and adds that Bernardo is a “fantastic” addition.

• When asked about more arrivals, Rodgers wouldn’t get caught up in “toxic” energy around signings but says the board knows they want to improve and expects to be stronger by the time the window closes

• Adds that he’s confident transfer speculation won’t affect Matt O’Riley who is the “ultimate professional”.

• Says the squad is looking good apart from Daizen Maeda who might not make it for the weekend and adds they’ll wait until last moment to make a decision.