Last updated on .From the section CelticLeigh Griffiths was hoping for a fresh start under new Celtic manager Ange PostecoglouStriker Leigh Griffiths has been sent home from Celtic's training base in Newport while allegations of improper online behaviour are investigated. It is understood the allegations surround claims that the 30-year-old Scotland cap sent private online messages to an underage girl. A Celtic spokesman confirmed they have been "made aware of online comments". Griffiths, who joined Celtic from from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2014, this month signed a new one-year contract extension with the Scottish Premiership club. Celtic flew to Wales on Monday for their pre-season training camp at Dragon Park - the country's national football development centre.

Source: BBC July 07, 2021 20:47 UTC