Reo Hatate, born on 21 November 1997 in Japan, is a 27-year-old central midfielder known for his abilities in Celtic's midfield. A figure of some stature for a midfielder, Hatate stands at 5ft 7in (1.71m) and weighs in at a solid 11st (70kg). His number 41 shirt is a well-recognized sight on Celtic Park's luscious green. In addition to his club duties, Hatate also proudly sports the colours of his nation, representing the Japan national team on the international stage.
Based on current estimations, Hatate boasts a market value of £11m, according to data collected by the reputable source, Transfermarkt.
Before his arrival on Celtic soil, Hatate's skills were shaped in the J1 League with Kawasaki Frontale. He officially joined the club in August 2018 and although his debut season only involved a singular first team league appearance, consecutive 2019 and 2020 seasons saw him pitch 31 and 30 appearances respectively, managing to net a neat five goals per season.
The beginning of 2022 heralded a new chapter in Hatate's career when he traded the J1 League for Scotland's Premiership, signing for Celtic in a deal that saw around £1.4m switch hands. His first season in the green and white saw him amass 17 first team appearances and four goals in league matches. Over his subsequent three seasons at Celtic, he has steadily increased his goal tally, netting six, then three, and most notably, an impressive ten goals in the 2024-2025 season. The current season, though still in its infancy, has already seen him notch up two first team appearances and one goal.
Aside from his domestic exploits, Hatate has also taken his talents to a range of competitions including the Champions League, Scottish Cup, World Cup Qualifiers Asia, and Champions League Qualifiers. His most memorable being his performance in the 2024-2025 Champions League for Celtic, where he notched up nine starts and one substitute appearance, scoring one goal.
