Hearts legend John Robertson has hit back at Celtic hero Pat Bonner after his claim over Player of the Year award winner Lawrence Shankland.

Despite the Jambos talisman enjoying an astonishing season in front of goal with 31 goals and eight assists across all competitions, his ability to step up to the highest level has been debated. Speaking on BBC Sportsound, Bonner was asked whether Norwich City loanee Adam Idah, Aberdeen’s Bojan Miovski or Shankland would be a better Celtic signing, and the ex-Hoops goalkeeper had some reservations about the latter.

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“There is no doubt that Lawrence Shankland can score goals for a team that is competing well in this league,” the speaker stated. He will have opportunities to score. However, you may only receive one or two chances when it gets to the highest level of the Champions League, where you are occasionally under pressure. However, you must put in a ton of effort up front. Put people to sleep and all that.