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Signed by Rodgers and sold by Celtic in a flash, defender now keeps seven consecutive clean sheets

It all ended in a pretty ugly fashion for Brendan Rodgers at Celtic, despite his huge trophy success during his two spells in Glasgow. The…

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
Signed by Rodgers and sold by Celtic in a flash, defender now keeps seven consecutive clean sheets
Key Things to Know
  • Former Celtic defender Hayato Inamura has recorded seven consecutive clean sheets for Tokyo FC.
  • Celtic sold Inamura permanently to Tokyo FC for approximately £1.3 million after just one appearance.
  • Celtic originally signed Inamura from Albirex Niigata for around £250,000 under Brendan Rodgers.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Celtic defender Hayato Inamura has kept seven consecutive clean sheets since returning to Japan with Tokyo FC. Celtic previously signed the 24-year-old from Albirex Niigata for approximately £250,000 under Brendan Rodgers. However, Inamura made just one senior appearance for the Scottish champions before being sold permanently to Tokyo FC for around £1.3 million.

After conceding five goals on his Tokyo FC debut against Machida Zelvia in August, Inamura was briefly benched before returning to form. 67 Hail Hail writer Amir Mir argues that Inamura was never given a proper opportunity at Celtic during a chaotic season.

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