The story of Hayato Inamura reflects the challenges faced by a player transitioning to a new league. The Japanese defender has experienced a swift change of fortunes following his move to Scottish club Celtic. After joining Celtic from Albirex Niigata for approximately £250,000, Inamura’s time in Glasgow was marked by limited first-team opportunities.
Celtic’s New Signing Faces Transfer After Just One Senior Appearance
Inamura, 24, made only one senior appearance for Celtic before being loaned out in January. His tenure with the Scottish club lasted only six months, as he struggled to cement a spot in the starting lineup.
Permanent Transfer to FC Tokyo
Recently, FC Tokyo announced the permanent signing of Hayato Inamura from Celtic. An agreement has been reached between the two clubs, with the transfer fee estimated at approximately €1.5 million.
- Transfer Fee: €1.5 million (around £1.3 million)
- Duration at Celtic: 6 months
- First-team Appearances: 1
Inamura expressed his disappointment regarding his lack of playing time at Celtic, stating that he did not anticipate it would be this challenging to secure a regular position in the squad. He emphasized his desire to play more consistently and prove his abilities on the field.
This transfer marks a new chapter for Inamura, who looks forward to contributing to FC Tokyo following his brief and challenging stint in Scotland. Despite the hurdles, Celtic stands to gain financially from the deal, offsetting their initial investment in the player.
