Daizen Maeda is the latest Celtic star to land a new contract as Brendan Rodgers kicks his second Parkhead spell into gear.
It's been two in, two out for the boss so far with Odin Thiago Holm and Marco Tilio arriving while Jota left in a money-spinning move to Saudi Arabia while Aaron Mooy retired. But he's made new contracts a top priority as well as transfers with Kyogo signing a new long-term contract earlier this week.
And he's been followed by Japan teammate Maeda who signs a new four-year deal. He said: “It is a very happy moment for me and my family. Since we moved from Japan, everyone at the club and, of course, the supporters have been amazing and we are enjoying our life in Scotland. Celtic is a special club so I’m very pleased to extend my stay here. When I signed I said that my ultimate goal was to win the league and we have done so, twice.
"Becoming a Treble winner last season has been one of the highlights of my career but we must now prepare for next season. Our aim will remain the same, to work hard together with the manager to bring success to the club and our supporters. We have three trophies to defend, and we also have Champions League football, so I am excited to get started.”
Rodgers added: “Daizen has many qualities that I like in a player - high intensity, attack-minded and his work rate on and off the ball is exceptional.
“He has played a key role in the team since he arrived, helping to secure yet another Treble for the club so I am delighted we have been able to secure a new deal with him. Daizen’s attributes make him a really exciting player and I am looking forward to working with him.”
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