As transfer discussions heat up, doubts surround Kyogo Furuhashi’s potential return to Celtic from Birmingham City. Following the dismissal of manager Wilfried Nancy, Birmingham’s interim coach, Martin O’Neill, is focused on strengthening his squad rather than parting with players.
Celtic’s Interest in Kyogo Furuhashi
Recent reports indicated that Celtic was in negotiations with Birmingham City regarding Kyogo. However, Birmingham’s manager, Chris Davies, clarified that he expects the Japan international to remain at the club. He stated, “I would have said that would probably be unlikely,” regarding a potential return to Celtic for Kyogo.
Kyogo’s Performance at Birmingham
Kyogo Furuhashi has struggled to find form since joining Birmingham, scoring only once since his summer transfer. This follows a challenging six-month stint with Rennes after leaving Celtic, where he had an impressive record with 85 goals in 165 appearances.
- Current Team: Birmingham City
- Previous Team: Celtic
- Goals for Celtic: 85 goals in 165 appearances
- Goals for Birmingham: 1 goal since signing
Current Status and Future Outlook
Kyogo has seen limited action, starting in the 3-0 loss to Watford before coming off the bench in a recent 3-2 win over Coventry City. Davies emphasized that discussions about Kyogo’s future had not occurred, reinforcing that he remains an integral player for the team moving forward.
As the transfer window progresses, Davies anticipates a flurry of activity but reassured fans that “Kyogo is an important player in the squad and will continue to be so.” The focus now turns to whether Kyogo can reclaim his form and help Birmingham achieve their goals this season.
