Yamada Departs for Belgian Pro League
Celtic have officially confirmed that Japanese striker Shin Yamada will spend the 2026/27 season on loan with Belgian Pro League side OH Leuven. The 25-year-old, who arrived at Parkhead last summer in a £1.5 million deal from Kawasaki Frontale, has struggled to establish himself in Glasgow. After failing to score in eight league appearances, he spent the latter half of the previous campaign on loan at German side Preussen Munster. Despite finding the net three times late in the season, he could not prevent the club’s relegation. Celtic confirmed the move via official channels, wishing the striker success in Belgium.
Interest in Manchester United’s Radek Vitek
While trimming the squad, Celtic’s recruitment team is actively pursuing new talent. According to reports from Football Insider, the club is interested in signing 22-year-old Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek. The Czech shot-stopper has yet to make a senior appearance for the Old Trafford side but brings significant experience from loan spells at Accrington Stanley, Linz, and Bristol City.
Statistical analysis from his time at Bristol City highlights Vitek’s potential, particularly his 71.3% save percentage and high performance in sweeping duties—placing him in the 93rd percentile for high claims. With the Hoops looking to add depth to their goalkeeping department, Vitek has emerged as a primary target, though it remains to be seen if a formal bid will materialize as Michael Carrick’s side reshuffles their own options.