KILMARNOCK have lodged an investigation into alleged sectarian comments made by player Kyle Lafferty.
A clip circulating online appears to show the Killie striker, 35, supposedly speaking to Celtic fans in a bar.
The video starts with a man appearing to want a photo with the former Rangers and Hearts star.
With the clip being filmed and the pair posing, he then seems to state: "Up the Celts".
Northern Ireland international Lafferty instantly steps away from the man before appearing to make a comment as he walked off.
Now, Kilmarnock have confirmed they are investigating the matter.
A club statement reads: "Kilmarnock Football Club are aware of a video circulating online which appears to show a member of our playing staff using language of a sectarian nature.
"The club finds all forms of discriminatory behaviour completely unacceptable. The matter will be investigated by the club."
Lafferty is currently away on international duty with his country as they prepare for Nations League games against Kosovo and Greece.
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