Celtic defend position over Victor Wanyama transfer talks Celtic have defended their conduct over transfer talks following criticism from Victor Wanyama's agent. Wanyama's representative Ivan Modia had stressed the Kenyan would not be forced into a £12m move to Southampton. These negotiations, like any others, are carried out by Celtic in a proper, private and professional manner Celtic spokesperson However, a Celtic spokesperson said it was conducting talks with "integrity." "These negotiations, like any others, are carried out by Celtic in a proper, private and professional manner," the spokesperson added. Wanyama, who joined Celtic for £900,000 from Beerschot in July 2011, has been attracting interest from clubs in England. The Kenya midfielder shone in Celtic's Champions League group-stage win over Barcelona last season. Responding to criticism of the club's position, the Celtic spokesperson said: "Celtic carries out its business with integrity, we work to the highest standards and in the interests of the club, our supporters and indeed our players. We do not need to comment any further on this matter. After Wanyama impressed at Champions League level, Lennon had suggested that the player was worth £25m.