Liam Shaw insisted he couldn’t turn Celtic down as seething Sheffield Wednesday hit out at Neil Lennon for confirming the pre-contract deal.
The English Championship club released a terse statement claiming they are investigating the agreement that has seen the 19-year-old secure his switch to Parkhead in the summer.
Wednesday are unhappy Shaw’s move was put into the public domain by ex-Celtic boss Lennon.
Reports in Sheffield have even suggested they may get their legal team involved.
Record Sport understands Celtic are aware of the statement but have done everything by the book.
The statement read: “We are currently investigating this matter and will consider if there are any further steps available to protect the club’s interest. It was not our intention to place this development into the public domain out of respect to all parties concerned.”
Shaw said: “By joining Celtic next season, I will fight for a place in a team challenging for titles, trophies and to play in Europe, which is something I’ve always dreamed of.
“I thank Celtic for this amazing opportunity, which is impossible for me to turn down.”
