Celtic chief Peter Lawwell has said a fire attack on his home has deeply affected his family as he thanked fans for their support.
The Parkhead boss was forced to flee his Thorntonhall home after three motors were doused with an accelerant before being set alight at 1am yesterday morning.
Flames spread to the nearby garage property where it is believed his daughter and her four-month-old baby girl were allegedly sleeping.
He has now spoken of the 'devastating attack'.
He said: “This has been a devastating attack on myself and my family, the effects of which will stay with us all for a long time.
“I am, of course, extremely relieved that everyone is safe. I would like to thank my wife and my family for their support and for the strength and courage they have shown during such a difficult time.
“Naturally my family has been deeply affected by these events. This is a hugely challenging time but we will make sure we stay strong and we will get through this together.
“I wanted to take this opportunity to offer my thanks to the Fire Service for their skill, bravery and professionalism in dealing with the fire, and Police Scotland, too, for their support and professionalism.
“I also thank the Celtic Board and Celtic staff for all the support they have given me. It has been fantastic and sincerely appreciated.
He also thanked football fans after receiving thousands of messages of support from across the world in the past 24 hours.
He continued: “As a family, we have received literally thousands of messages of support from Celtic fans and from people across the wider global football family. This has provided us with great comfort and we all offer our heartfelt thanks for the concern and support which people have shown.
“Clearly, I echo the words of Police Scotland and would ask that if anyone does have any relevant information which could help this investigation, to please come forward.”
Police Scotland earlier confirmed they are treating the fire raising as ‘deliberate’ after a thug was caught on CCTV pouring flammable liquid over the three cars.
They are keen to speak with anyone who may have dash cam footage from the area or who saw a silver or grey hatchback parked near the Glasgow property.
The suspect is described as white, around 5ft 10in, of a slim build and was wearing black jogging bottoms, a black hooded jumper with the hood up, black trainers and a face mask.
