Hedman defends Lennon as police probe alleged gesture

CELTIC star Magnus Hedman yesterday jumped to the defence of under-fire team-mate Neil Lennon after Tayside police confirmed they would launch an investigation into an alleged incident at Dens Park.

Television pictures seemed to show the Northern Irishman make a gesture in the direction of the Dundee supporters during yesterday’s action-packed Bank of Scotland Premier League victory. Referee Dougie McDonald failed to spot the incident and is unlikely to mention it in his report which could save Lennon punishment from the Scottish FA.

However, Lennon could still be in trouble with the police although his team-mates are standing by him.