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Reo Hatate prepares for Celtic exit before transfer deadline

6 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 1:10 PM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Reo Hatate prepares for Celtic exit before transfer deadline
Summary

Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate is expected to depart the club before the upcoming transfer deadline. The 28-year-old Japanese international previously submitted a transfer request at the end of last season and is reportedly holding out for a move to a top-five European league. Manager Martin O’Neill confirmed the midfielder missed a recent win over Falkirk due to a training strain, though speculation persists regarding his future. Celtic continues to evaluate replacements, including Crystal Palace midfielder Justin Devenny, while preparing to finalize a deal for PSV player Joel van den Berg. Hatate has recorded 33 goals and 31 assists in 191 appearances for the Scottish champions since joining the squad under Ange Postecoglou.

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Status Watch
  • •Reo Hatate submitted a transfer request at the end of last season.
  • •Celtic is finalizing a deal for midfielder Joel van den Berg from PSV.
  • •Hatate missed the match against Falkirk after straining himself in training.
  • •The midfielder has played 191 matches for Celtic across all competitions.
  • •Manager Martin O’Neill confirmed that offers for the player have been received.
Latest Updates
  • 1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Reo Hatate on precious experiences and beautiful memories at Celtic
  • 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Reo Hatate’s Celtic transfer fee revealed after completing Burnley move
  • 10:17 AMYahoo Sports — Best wishes to Reo on his departure
  • 7:35 AMYahoo Sports — Farewell Reo, but it’s for the best
  • 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — Reo Hatate transfer breakthrough emerges as Celtic exit moves closer
  • 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Reo Hatate heading for Celtic exit after Sunday update
What they're saying
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Reo Hatate has signed with English Premier League club Burnley after four-and-a half years here at Celtic.Reo moves on after scoring 33 goals in 191 games for the Hoops amid a very successful period f...

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Reo Hatate is reportedly closing in on a move away from Celtic, with an unnamed EFL Championship club said to be in talks over a deal.The midfielder has been linked with an exit throughout the summer ...

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Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate looks set to exit Paradise in the coming days. The Japanese International submitted a transfer request at the end of last season and was expected to depart after four-and-...

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