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Mark Pirie

Reo Hatate fuels swirling Celtic to Tottenham transfer theory as he becomes ultimate Angeball cheerleader

Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate has lauded the impact of Ange Postecoglou as he talked up his relationship with the Australian amid rumours of a move to Tottenham.

The 25-year-old has been linked with a big move to the English Premier League with speculation ramping up that Postecoglou could look to take the midfielder to north London this summer. An exit for the Japan international would be a major blow for the incoming Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers as the Irishman looks to create a squad capable of challenging in the Champions League next term.

Hatate has openly stated he wants to play in one of Europe's top five leagues in the future and off the back of a Treble-winning campaign, fears are growing that a big-money offer could come in for the Japan cap. While on international duty, the opened up on how the Angeball philosophy pushed him on after snapping him up from Kawaski Frontale in January 2021.

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