CELTIC star Boli Bolingoli has been fined almost £500 by cops after he broke strict quarantine rules on his return from a trip to Spain.
The Hoops defender failed to isolate after jetting out to Spain on Monday and returning Tuesday last week.
The left-back then returned to training and came on as a sub in Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.
Cops visited Bolingoli at his home in Glasgow.
Officers issued him with a fixed penalty notice of £480.
Officers also reminded him of the guidelines.
Assistant Chief Constable Alan Speirs said: “A 25-year-old man has today been issued with a Fixed Penalty Notice for breaching quarantine regulations.
“The Chief Constable has made it consistently clear that we should all take personal responsibility to do the right thing and remember the purpose of these measures is to aid the collective effort to stay safe, protect others and save lives by preventing the spread of coronavirus.
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“Throughout the response to the pandemic, the majority of the public followed the law and Scottish Government advice and it’s really important that we all continue to do so.
“Our officers will continue to explain the legislation and guidance but, for the minority who may choose to breach the regulations and risk the health of others, we will not hesitate to take enforcement action where appropriate.”
The footie ace was hammered by Parkhead chiefs in a scathing statement today after making the trip without telling the club.
Celts boss Neil Lennon said he was “livid” and “appalled” as he blasted his player for making the unauthorised trip on his days off despite being warned not to leave Glasgow.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon warned that the SPFL is one breach away from being shown the red card and said she may be left with no choice but the halt the season.
It comes as eight Aberdeen players are also in self-isolation after two tested positive for the virus following a city centre night out.
Celtic’s next two matches against St Mirren and Aberdeen have now been postponed.
The decision was made after an emergency meeting between the Coronavirus Joint Response Group and Scottish Government ministers this morning.
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