Kyogo Furuhashi's future at Celtic is uncertain as interest from European clubs intensifies.
Celtic have been blessed with lethal strikers throughout their history, with many vying for the title of the best since Henrik Larsson. Moussa Dembele and Odsonne Edouard both terrorized Rangers during their trophy-laden spells in Glasgow, firing the Hoops to unprecedented Treble joy. Leigh Griffiths plundered more than a century of goals, while Gary Hooper always possessed a killer instinct. However, most fans argue that Kyogo Furuhashi comes closest to the legendary status of Larsson.
Brought to Scotland by Ange Postecoglou, the £4.5million signing from Vissel Kobe has illuminated Scottish football over the last four seasons. The Japanese sensation has been unstoppable at times, single-handedly winning two League Cup Finals and nearly reaching Celtic's century of goalscoring club legends. He thrived under Postecoglou's all-out-attack system, claiming every Player of the Year award after a dazzling 34-goal campaign in 2022/23. The fans' favorite remains a key figure under Brendan Rodgers' reign, but hasn't quite replicated the explosive form of his time under Postecoglou. With ten goals from 22 Premiership appearances, he is joint-top of the league's scoring charts alongside Dundee United's Sam Dalby. But every footballer has a sell-by date, and the coming weeks could see Celtic test this resolve. Atlanta United, a financially powerful MLS side, are long-term admirers, while Rennes are also considering a bid. This has led to speculation that the Japanese star might be tempted by a new challenge in either the MLS or Ligue 1. Rodgers has made it clear he won't stand in the way of any player seeking a transfer, including Kyogo. However, Celtic won't entertain any offers before the crucial Champions League clashes against Young Boys and Aston Villa, as they aim for a spot in the knockout stages. If an offer exceeding £10m materializes in the final days of the transfer window, both Celtic and Kyogo will have a difficult decision to make. Parkhead officials have become adept at capitalizing on their top assets when the time is right. Kieran Tierney is a prime example, sold for £25m six years ago and now on the verge of a sensational return to his childhood club on a free transfer at the age of 27. Celtic have also made considerable profits from the sales of Jota and Matt O'Riley recently, and it's not impossible to envision Kyogo as the next high-profile departure. The talisman, who changed agents in August, turns 30 on Sunday and with two years remaining on his contract, the Scottish champions will be able to hold out for the best possible price for their star player. The prospect of Kyogo leaving mid-season or even in the summer may be unsettling, but sentimentality has no place in football, and the green-and-white faithful must prepare themselves for the possibility of their Magnificent No. 8 moving on to pastures new
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