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Reo Hatate Transfer

Started Last Movement

Will Reo Hatate join West Ham? The i, as reported by Read West Ham, says the club are assessing the Celtic midfielder as they look for more creativity.

Hatate is said to be open to leaving, but no bid has been reported. For now, it is a name under consideration rather than a deal taking shape.

No-Guff Summary

  • The link: The i, as reported by Read West Ham, says West Ham are assessing Hatate as a midfield option.
  • The player's position: Hatate is reported to be open to leaving Celtic, where he is under contract until 2028.
  • The limit: No bid has been reported, and the available account describes no talks or negotiations.
Development

West Ham assess Reo Hatate as midfield option

West Ham are reportedly considering Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate as they look to add more creativity to Nuno Espírito Santo's squad.

The i, as reported by Read West Ham, names the Japan international among the club's midfield options. Hatate is said to be open to leaving Celtic and to want a move to one of Europe's leading leagues.

That is the extent of it for now. Read West Ham says no bid has been reported, while the available account describes no talks or negotiations. Hatate remains under contract with Celtic until 2028.

Sources

  • Read West Ham (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham are assessing Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate as a potential midfield addition, while noting that no bid has been reported.
  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham are considering Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate and Rangers defender John Souttar, linking the interest to recruitment director Nils Koppen's Scottish-football knowledge.
  • Claret&Hugh (opens in a new tab) — Reports that The i Paper has linked Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate with West Ham and discusses Nils Koppen’s reported role in the club’s interest in Celtic players.
  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Argues that West Ham could consider Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate as a replacement for Lucas Paqueta, while relaying an i Paper report that Hatate wants to leave Celtic this summer.
  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Argues that Reo Hatate could fit West Ham's midfield needs and highlights Brendan Rodgers' praise of the Celtic midfielder, while noting his contract situation; it does not report a formal offer or advanced negotiations.