Celtic's forward, Kyogo Furuhashi, has put an end to speculations about his future by committing to a fresh four-year deal with the reigning champions of the Scottish Premiership.
Throughout the last season, the Japanese international showcased his prowess on the field, netting an impressive 34 goals in 50 matches for the Hoops. This exceptional performance played a significant role in Celtic's triumph of securing a domestic treble.
Despite reports linking him with a departure from the club this summer after boss Ange Postecoglou’s move to Tottenham, the 28-year-old has dispelled any doubts by signing a contract that secures his future at Celtic until 2027.
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Kyogo's extension comes a day after Jota was sold by Celtic for £25m to Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad.
In a statement to the club's official website, Kyogo expressed his immense joy in committing to this exceptional club for an additional four years. He acknowledged the privilege it is to represent Celtic Football Club and the incredible support from the fans.
Reflecting on the previous season, Kyogo described it as an extraordinary journey. Right from the beginning of the campaign, their determination was to excel in every competition they participated in.
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Every day, both on and off the field, we dedicated ourselves to the pursuit of victory and bringing joy to our supporters.
Kyogo, who has impressively netted 54 goals in 83 matches for Celtic since his move from Vissel Kobe in 2021, eagerly anticipates collaborating with the new manager, Brendan Rodgers.
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He exclaimed, "Our goal for the upcoming season remains unchanged - to achieve triumph for our club. I eagerly anticipate safeguarding our titles and the honor of representing this prestigious club in the Champions League."
My personal drive is to increase goal scoring and contribute to my teammates' victories. I am eager to jump into action and collaborate with Brendan, a highly skilled manager who possesses an extensive knowledge of the club and the winning formula. Both my teammates and I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to work alongside him.
Kyogo, who was named PFA Scotland and SFWA Player of the Year in the previous season, has been praised as an "incredible talent" by his newly appointed manager.
Expressing his joy, the Northern Irishman stated on the club's official website, "This is fantastic news for the club. Kyogo holds immense significance for us, so I am thrilled that he has extended his contract."
Since his arrival in Scottish football, Kyogo has flourished and demonstrated his exceptional abilities. Over the span of two seasons, he has triumphed in five domestic competitions, achieved more than 50 goals for his club, and emerged as a Treble winner. Such accomplishments necessitate immense effort, devotion, and personal sacrifices both within and outside the field.
As an exhilarating player, Kyogo is driven to bring further triumphs to our club. His remarkable mindset and extraordinary talent set him apart as an incredible asset.
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