Kyogo has lifted the lid on his decision to leave Celtic for Rennes. His transfer from the Scottish Premiership champions to the Ligue 1 strugglers was made official this afternoon.

Kyogo Furuhashi has officially left Celtic, joining French Ligue 1 side Rennes on a permanent basis. The striker made 186 appearances for the Parkhead side, contributing to 104 goals along the way. He won eight major trophies in Glasgow's east end, including a treble under previous manager Ange Postecoglou.

The former Benfica youngster's return to Celtic has been held up due to the onset of Storm Eoywn in Scotland but Rodgers has confirmed that the deal is all but all done. The Irishman has also revealed Kyogo had expressed a desire to seek a new challenge months ago.

Rennes are very interested in Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi and discussions have been ongoing for some time between the parties over the 29-year-old Japan international. Reported interest from Rennes in Kyogo Furuhashi opens up the intriguing possibility of a player-plus-cash deal involving Jota,

Kyogo Furuhashi has completed his transfer from Celtic to Rennes, the clubs have announced. The Japanese striker has signed for the Ligue 1 side, after completing a medical in France. Kyogo had told Celtic earlier this season of his wish to move on and find a new challenge.

I feel ready to give my all with Rennes." Arnaud Pouille ... after a fine period with Celtic and a number of trophies won in Scotland. "He left behind some very fond memories there, and I hope ...

Jota has sealed a sensational return to Celtic after completing a £9million switch from Rennes.

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However, the club moves on and with the arrival of Jota, Brendan Rodgers has secured an ‘incredible’ talent for Celtic as the Hoops boss looks forward to seeing in the second half of the season with the Portuguese winger on-board.

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