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Matthew Fulton

Reo Hatate's Celtic 'shifting sideways' tactical tweak by Ange Postecoglou that has elevated game

Reo Hatate's top Celtic form can be linked to a conscious tactical change the Japanese star made after realising his strengths under Ange Postecoglou.

The midfielder has been arguably the Hoops' Player of the Year this campaign, with stunning performances in high-pressure games including the Viaplay Cup final triumph over rivals Rangers in which Hatate set up the winning goal for fellow countryman Kyogo Furuhashi. Celtic have been blessed with quality in the Parkhead engine room this season with the emergence of Aaron Mooy as a regular starter and captain Callum McGregor being Mr Reliable.

But Hatate has now revealed what boss Postecoglou told him had to change about his game to be the most effective, as the 25-year-old insisted a decision for him to play more advanced has allowed him to reap the rewards in green and white. The former Kawasaki Frontale man went in to depth on how his game has evolved and what he hopes will continue to improve.

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