Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate will remain with the Scottish club this winter, despite reported interest from several teams. The news, reported on November 30, puts an end to speculation about a potential move for the Japan international during the current transfer window.
reports surfaced on november 28, from a British newspaper, indicating that multiple clubs in England and elsewhere were monitoring Hatate’s situation. While formal offers hadn’t materialized,expectations lingered for a late-window transfer. However,the same publication reported on November 30 that Hatate would be staying at Celtic for the remainder of the season.
Future Transfer Still Possible
Celtic appears determined to command a significant transfer fee shoudl Hatate depart in the future.
Although a replacement wasn’t being actively sought, Celtic is reportedly prioritizing maximizing any future transfer fee for the player.Some reports suggest a potential departure at the conclusion of the 2025/26 season, with his continued presence at Celtic extending into the 2026/27 season contingent on suitable offers.
despite the attention from other clubs during this transfer period, Hatate will continue to contribute as a key player for Celtic. His reputation within European football remains strong, evidenced by the reported interest. He’s now focused on building on his performances and awaiting a potentially more lucrative offer in a future transfer window.
The postponement of this transfer means Hatate’s potential exit will likely be a central topic of discussion when the next transfer window opens. For now, he’s a Celtic player, and the club is clearly positioning itself to benefit from his continued success.
