Celtic are delighted to announce the signing of Hayato Inamura, who has joined the club on a four-year deal from Japanese side, Albirex Niigata, subject to international clearance. The 23-year-old defender becomes the latest player to arrive at Celtic during this transfer window, and he will also link up with fellow countrymen, Daizen Maeda and Reo Hatate. Celtic manager, Brendan Rodgers said: “We’re delighted to bring Hayato to Celtic and we’re looking forward to working with him. “He’s a young player full of promise and potential. I know that he’s delighted to be taking this next step in his career by joining us, and we look forward to welcoming him into the squad.” Hayato Inamura, who will wear the No.25 jersey, like his fellow countryman and Celtic great, Shunsuke Nakamura, is delighted to have joined the Scottish Champions. He told Celtic TV: “Many Japanese players have had success at this club. Across the world, this is a massive club and is really well known. I am truly excited to be joining Celtic. It’s a huge opportunity for me. “So far, even the current Japanese players have been performing at a high level. I think that is why there are expectations on Japanese players. I really want to live up to those expectations and do my best. “The reason why I chose 25 is because out of the options I was given, that one really stood out to me. “Then obviously regarding Nakamura, I used to imitate his kicking style when I was a kid. He was one of my favourite players.” —- ?Subscribe today to the official YouTube of the world’s first Quadruple Treble winners, Celtic Football Club:
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