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SPFL chiefs and Celtic have tried to block new laws that would give fans more influence in how clubs are run.

Although the Scottish champions made their views public, league bosses asked the Scottish Government to keep theirs secret.

The Times reports supporters are outraged by SPFL and Celtic’s stance as they accused the Hampden hierarchy of "shutting the door on new ideas" and called for it to lift the "veil of secrecy".

The talks, launched by the Scottish Government last September, come after several years of turmoil in Scotland over ownership.

Many fans' groups believed they had not been allowed to have a say in how their teams were being run.

In a seven-page document, Celtic seem to tell the SNP to keep their noses out, insisting fans' involvement is a "matter for the clubs and football authorities". The club are adamant the proposals are not "necessary, workable or appropriate".

The Hoops also suggest a right-to-buy would be "inappropriate and incompatible" with existing law and could "prevent future investment in Scottish football, at a time when Scottish football is in need of investment".

The club also said the planned legislation "would prove detrimental to the stability of clubs in Scotland".

Chairman of the Scottish Football Supporters Association Simon Barrow said: "Shutting the door on new ideas about how to bring fresh resources into the game is not wise for any of us. Genuine partnership between private owners, community owners and fans has to be the way forward."

Chairman of the Celtic Trust Joe Di Paola said he was "disappointed" with his club and demanded the SPFL publish its views.

He said: "What have they got to hide? What is their problem? It's a public consultation. If they are sure they have the best views on it, they should tell the world."

A spokesman for the SPFL said : "All clubs will have their own preferred model for engaging with fans. It's vital that we allow the various models of fan engagement to thrive and that we do not damage clubs and the strong bonds [they have] with fans in the pursuit of a one-size-fits-all solution."

A spokesman for Celtic FC said: "Celtic's supporters are the lifeblood of the club. We already enjoy very close and meaningful liaison with our supporters and are always committed to further enhancing supporter involvement and engagement."