Itakura

Celtic have been linked with a move for Japanese defender Ko Itakura. According to Daily Record, the 24-year-old has put his future on hold to concentrate on his country’s participation in the Tokyo Olympics. Japan have made it to the semi-finals of the football tournament, and Itakura is unlikely to decide his future until after the Games. Celtic desperately need defensive reinforcements after a miserable start under newly appointed manager Ange Postecoglou. The Hoops have already signed Carl Starfelt, but they are keen to bring in another centre-back before the transfer window closes. Itakura can also operate as a central defensive midfielder, and his versatility would come in handy for the Scottish giants. The Manchester City defender was on loan in Holland last season and is unlikely t...