Will cup final be Maeda's last dance?
Daizen Maeda's time at Celtic may be coming to an end as he enters the final year of his contract. Despite a slow start to the season, he has recently found his form, playing a crucial role in Celtic's title chase. The upcoming cup final could be a significant moment in his career as he aims for a move to the English Premier League.
- ▪Daizen Maeda is a 28-year-old forward from Japan currently playing for Celtic.
- ▪He struggled early in the season, scoring only seven goals in the first 22 matches of the Scottish Premiership.
- ▪Maeda experienced a resurgence, scoring in all five post-split fixtures, including key goals in the Old Firm derby.
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