Aiden McGeady, the Celtic midfielder, will not appeal against the fine and first-team suspension imposed on him for his dressing-room row with Gordon Strachan.

McGeady was docked two weeks' wages and banned from first-team training for the same period after clashing with Strachan after last month's 1-1 Clydesdale Bank Premier League draw with Hearts.

The Republic of Ireland international's agent had slammed the suspension, claiming the 22-year-old would contest the decision.

But PFA Scotland today confirmed McGeady, who returned to first-team training just over a week ago, had decided not to appeal against his punishment.

"As per the rights conferred upon him under the terms of his contract of service and also within employment law, Aiden McGeady is entitled to a period during which he may appeal the recent sanctions taken against him by the club," a PFA Scotland statement read.

"He has used this time in the proper way which has allowed him to take due consideration to all the facts and circumstances regarding the matter. After lengthy discussions with his family and advisors, Aiden has decided not to appeal the penalties imposed upon him by Celtic FC.

"It is his wish that this brings this matter to a conclusion and he reiterates that his desire as always is simply to get back playing football for Celtic FC."

Fraser Wishart, PFA Scotland's chief executive, said: "Aiden McGeady has conducted himself throughout this situation in a thoughtful, measured and mature manner.

"Aiden has rightly taken time to consider his position and will continue to have the full support of PFA Scotland."

McGeady's days as a Celtic player appeared to be numbered following the bust-up, which was not the first time he was reported to have fallen out with Strachan this season.

After indicating he would appeal, it became hard to envisage how the two men could continue to work together at the same club. A January sale looked to be on the cards but today's development suggests the player may yet have a future at Parkhead. That is despite Strachan's decision to omit McGeady from his squad for Saturday's 2-2 draw with Dundee United.