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Reo Hatate transfers from Celtic to Burnley

Overview

Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate has completed a transfer to Burnley for an undisclosed fee. The 28-year-old Japanese international signed a three-year contract with the English Championship side, ending a four-and-a-half-year tenure at Celtic where he made over 191 appearances and won nine major honours.

Prior to the move, Hatate had fallen out of favour under manager Martin O’Neill, missing recent action due to a training injury and seeing limited playing time at the start of the 2026-27 campaign. His departure follows his expressed desire to compete in one of Europe’s top leagues, having previously rejected offers from clubs in Greece, Austria, and Major League Soccer. Upon joining Burnley, Hatate stated, “This is a great move for me. It’s my first time playing in England and it’s a fantastic club to be joining.”

Recent reports indicate the transfer to Burnley was valued at £6.5 million plus options, following a late intervention that diverted Hatate from a potential loan move to Blackburn Rovers.

In response to Hatate’s exit, Celtic has undergone significant squad reshaping. The club secured the season-long loan of 18-year-old Chelsea striker Shim Mheuka and Parma midfielder Oliver Sørensen, the latter including an option to buy. Other arrivals include goalkeeper Sam Johnstone on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers, as well as Landon Emenalo and Jordan Lotomba. Recent additions also include Camilo Duran, who delivered a standout performance in a 3-0 victory over Aberdeen.

As the club balances its Scottish Premiership title defense with a Europa League campaign, it has confirmed a 25-man European squad that omits several recent signings to prioritize domestic stability. Manager Martin O’Neill remains open to further domestic reinforcements before the window closes.

Entities

Reo Hatate · Celtic FC · Martin O’Neill · Celtic · Martin O'Neill

Timeline

  1. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 13 sources
    Celtic FC undergoes major squad overhaul amid transfer deadline

    Celtic FC has seen major squad movement, including the permanent transfer of Reo Hatate to Burnley and the loan arrival of Chelsea striker Shumaira Mheuka and goalkeeper Sam Johnstone.

  2. 11 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Reo Hatate nears departure from Celtic amid transfer interest

    Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate is nearing a transfer away from the club, with West Ham reportedly making a late move for the Japan international before the deadline.

  3. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Celtic FC decides to sell midfielder Reo Hatate

    Celtic FC reportedly intends to sell midfielder Reo Hatate this summer as manager Martin O'Neill seeks to refresh the squad, despite the player's reported desire to stay for a top-five league offer.

  4. 24 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Reo Hatate seeks move to top European league amid Celtic transfer speculation

    Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate has reportedly rejected offers from Panathinaikos and clubs in MLS and Austria, holding out for a move to one of Europe’s top five leagues.

Sources

celticquicknews.co.uk · celtsarehere.com · claretandhugh.info · digitalnewsreport.com · football-zone.net · footballtransfers.com · g3.football · goonerdaily.com · hammers.news · ibtimes.co.uk · japan.football-tribe.com · news.mynavi.jp · news.stv.tv · sakanowa.jp · soccerdigestweb.com · the72.co.uk · thecelticstar.com

This summary has been updated 5 times: see revision history