Celtic 'drop interest' in Motherwell star David Turnbull
The prompted Celtic to release a statement via Twitter, giving the player an ultimatum and calling their contract a "magnificent offer".
Despite this, it seemed the deal would still go through with Turnbull reportedly satisfied after receiving assurances about his status as a first-team regular.
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Hide AdSheffield Wednesday are also said to be interested in the Steelmen star, who bagged 15 goals and a Scottish Football Writers' Young Player of the Year award last term.
Turnbull is under contract at Fir Park until the summer of 2021, having agreed an extension this past January.