Reo Hatate seeks move to top European league amid Celtic transfer speculation

Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate is facing transfer uncertainty as he reportedly seeks a move to one of Europe’s top five leagues. The 28-year-old Japanese international has rejected offers from Greek side Panathinaikos, as well as interest from Major League Soccer (MLS) and clubs in Austria.

Having spent over four years at Celtic with 189 appearances, Hatate remains a central figure in Scottish Premiership transfer discussions. While his potential departure would significantly impact Celtic’s midfield, the player is reportedly holding out for a high-level European move, despite the risk of reduced playing time if a deal is not reached before the transfer deadline.