In a shocking revelation that has sent waves through the Celtic fanbase, manager Brendan Rodgers has disclosed that star forward Kyogo Furuhashi recently turned down a significant request from the club before his permanent move to Stade Rennais. The news has left many supporters feeling frustrated and concerned about the future of one of the team’s most vital players.
During a press conference today ahead of Celtic’s upcoming match, Rodgers addressed the media and touched on the circumstances that leads to Kyogo’s exit. The manager revealed that Celtic had made a formal request to Kyogo to commit his future to the club, emphasizing the importance of his role within the squad and the plans the club had for him moving forward. Instead of embracing the opportunity to solidify his position in the squad, Kyogo, according to Rodgers, indicated his desire to explore options abroad.
“I had a conversation with Kyogo about his future before he left, and I expressed how much we value him at Celtic,” Rodgers shared. “We asked him to consider staying and help us achieve our goals this season, but he expressed an interest in a move to France, which he feels is an exciting opportunity for him personally. We even offered him an increase in his earning but he declined”
Celtic’s supporters have expressed mixed feelings about the situation; while many understand the player’s ambitions, others feel a deep sense of disappointment at the prospect of losing such a pivotal player. Addressing these sentiments, Rodgers reassured fans, stating, “We are working tirelessly to strengthen the squad. We are confident that we will find the right players to continue our journey in the right direction.”
Some Celtic supporters did not take kindly to the revelation. Many took to social media platforms to voice their displeasure at Kyogo’s decision and share their disappointment with the current situation. Fans flooded various forums and Twitter threads with a mix of frustration and disbelief, arguing that the Japanese striker’s refusal to commit could undermine the team’s chances of success in the second half of the season.
“This is a massive blow for us,” wrote one fan on Twitter. “Kyogo has been instrumental for Celtic, and to hear he rejected the chance to stay is heartbreaking. We need players who are fully committed to the club! Thank God we got more skillful star jota”
In response to the backlash, Rodgers also urged the fans to remain patient and supportive, emphasizing that he continues to have faith in the current squad and the talent available to him. He reassured fans that the club has contingency plans in place should highlighting the importance of building a resilient and competitive team.
“Every player will make decisions based on their personal ambitions, and we need to respect that,” Rodgers stated. “But I assure our supporters that our focus remains on the season ahead, and we are prepared to adapt if necessary. The club’s objective is to continue winning and performing at a high level.”
The tension surrounding the situation adds an extra layer of intrigue to Celtic’s upcoming fixtures, as the team gears up to face formidable opponents.
With Rodgers at the helm and a passionate fanbase backing them, Celtic will strive to maintain their winning momentum. As the Kyogo departed already, the club’s resolve—and commitment from its star players—will be put to the ultimate test.
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