Reo Hatate Commits His Future to Celtic with a Record-Breaking Five-Year Contract Extension at Parkhead - Get the Exclusive Details!

Reo Hatate has quelled speculation about his contract by signing a new five-year deal with Celtic. The 25-year-old Japanese international turned down Celtic's initial offer last month but has now expressed his joy at securing his future with the Scottish champions until 2028.

Hatate, who joined Celtic from J-League's Kawasaki Frontale in January 2022, has impressively scored 14 goals in 71 appearances for the club.

Expressing his joy, he stated, "It brings me immense pleasure to sign this new contract with Celtic and pledge my long-term dedication to the club."

Playing for Celtic in front of the incredible fans is a true joy and I look forward to achieving even more success together in the future.

Since I joined the club, I have received the warmest welcome imaginable. I am truly grateful to all our fans for their unwavering support.

Despite starting only one Scottish Premiership game since Brendan Rodgers' return this summer, Hatate's commitment to growth has influenced Celtic Park's decision to extend his tenure. Recognizing his immense talent, the manager regards Hatate as an exhilarating young player with exceptional qualities who possesses the ability to make a significant impact on the game.

He is the kind of man and player who constantly strives for improvement, always hungry for success. He is determined to be the best he can be, and Celtic provides the perfect environment for him to accomplish this.

With genuine confidence, we now move forward together, eagerly anticipating the opportunity to continue working with him and the rest of the team as we confront the challenges that lie ahead.

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