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Celtic has officially announced the signing of Japanese forward Shin Yamada from Kawasaki Frontale. The 25-year-old joins on a four-year deal, adding depth to Brendan Rodgers' attacking options. Yamada, who recently earned his first Japan cap, aims to replicate the success of his compatriots at Celtic Park. Rodgers lauded his athleticism and goal-scoring prowess, while Yamada vowed to give his all for the club.

Key Points: Celtic Sign Shin Yamada From Kawasaki Frontale on Four-Year Deal

  • Celtic secures 25-year-old Japanese forward Shin Yamada on a four-year deal
  • Yamada scored 32 goals in 121 appearances for Kawasaki Frontale
  • Brendan Rodgers praises his athleticism and goal-creating ability
  • Yamada follows in the footsteps of Hatate, Maeda, and Furuhashi at Celtic
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Celtic sign Shin Yamada on four-year deal from Japanse J League

Celtic bolster attack with Japanese forward Shin Yamada, joining from Kawasaki Frontale. Rodgers praises his goal-scoring ability and athleticism.

"I promise I will give everything I have to bring our fans success – Shin Yamada"

Glasgow, July 19

Celtic announced the signing of Shin Yamada on a four-year deal from Japanese J League side Kawasaki Frontale on Saturday.

Celtic released a statement to confirm Yamada's arrival, which read, "Celtic Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Shin Yamada, who has joined the club on a four-year deal from Japanese J League side, Kawasaki Frontale, subject to international clearance."

Yamada, 25, became the latest player to head coach Brendan Rodgers' squad, along with Hyato Inamura, Kieran Tierney, Benjamin Nygren, Callum Osmand and Ross Doohan. The 25-year-old forward recently earned his first cap for Japan. Yamada has netted 32 goals in 121 appearances for Kawasaki Frontale, the same club that Reo Hatate played for before joining Celtic.

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers expressed his delight about the latest acquisition to his roster and said, as quoted from a statement by the club, "I am really pleased that we have brought Shin to the club. He is a strong player who can score goals and create goals for others, and I think he is someone who can definitely add an important dimension to our forward line."

"I know he is really keen to make his mark here in European football and deliver for Celtic, and I think he is someone who has the power, athleticism and intensity in his play to do really well for us. I look forward to working with him," he added.

Yamada declared that he is ready to face whatever challenge lies ahead of him and said, "It is a huge honour for me to be here as a Celtic player and I can't wait to begin my time at this amazing club. Celtic is one of the top names in world football. I have already watched my countrymen like Daizen, Reo, and Kyogo do so well at Celtic, and I will aim to have the same impact."

"I am my own player, though, and I am ready to face all my own challenges directly. I want to do so well at Celtic, I know that Celtic Park is one of the best places in the world to play football with the best supporters around, and I will do everything I can to make my new fans proud of me. I promise I will give everything I have to bring our fans success," he concluded.

Yamada will hope to continue Celtic's prolific form in the Scottish Premiership. Last season, Celtic won its fourth consecutive title with a touch of flamboyance. Celtics' victory marked a record-equalling 55th Scottish Premiership title, the joint-highest with Rangers.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Interesting to see Celtic's Japanese connection growing stronger. But I wonder - is this just a marketing strategy for Asian audiences? The player does seem talented though 🤔
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Aryan P
As an Indian football fan, I'm jealous of Japan's player development system. They keep producing quality players while we struggle with ISL. Yamada's stats look decent - 32 goals in 121 games is respectable.
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Sarah B
Celtic's scouting in Asia has been brilliant! First Kyogo, then Hatate, now Yamada. Hope he adapts quickly to Scottish football. The physicality might be a challenge initially.
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Vikram M
Good luck to Yamada! But honestly, as an Indian, it hurts to see Japan producing so many European-quality players while our national team struggles. When will we see an Indian player at Celtic? 😔
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Karan T
Rodgers knows what he's doing. Celtic's Asian signings have mostly worked out well. At 25, Yamada is entering his prime years. Hope he can handle the pressure at a big club like Celtic!

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