Lennon: boss gave me an earful

CELTIC manager Neil Lennon admits majority shareholder Dermot Desmond has admonished him over his behaviour.

But Lennon insists the Irish businessman is equally passionate about the club.

Celtic shareholders questioned why Desmond did not attend yesterday’s AGM at Celtic Park, but Lennon revealed he was in regular contact with the billionaire. Lennon, who received two touchline bans from the SFA last season, said: “I speak to him at least once a week. He is as passionate as I am.