Jozo Simunovic insists he is fully focused on his future with Celtic after a deadline-day move to Italian side Torino fell through.
Widespread reports claimed the Croatia international, who has been plagued by injury since his arrival at Celtic Park last summer, had failed a medical with the Serie A side.
But the 22-year-old has taken to social media to put the record straight, claiming a disagreement between the the clubs over the terms of the deal scuppered the move.
Celtic were keen for Simunovic to move to Italy on a permanent deal but it is believed Torino were looking for an initial loan switch.
Writing on his Twitter account, the former Dinamo Zagreb central defender said: "A lot has been said in the last few days. I prefer to talk on the field but this time I want to say something to the Celtic fans who have always supported me, and as a player that means a lot to me.
"Behind me is a turbulent period, starting from injury until the transfer to Turin. I just want to say that it is not true that I have not passed a medical in Turin.
"Everything was perfect and I am completely healthy and fit. The transfer was not realised because at the last minute Torino wanted to change the initial agreement with Celtic.
"And most important of all... My head is in Celtic and I am 100% focused on the field and the challenges ahead. I am fit, I train with the team and of course the coach decides when I will start to play.
"And when I start I can promise one thing, I am going to give more than maximum, for Celtic!"
Ankle and knee injuries have restricted Simunovic to just 18 appearances in all competitions following his move to the Scottish champions in September 2015.