Celtic’s midfield woes have deepened with the confirmation from manager Brendan Rodgers that Reo Hatate will indeed be out of action until the new year. This comes after initial hopes that the Japanese midfielder might make a quicker recovery.
Rodgers, in his latest press conference, expressed his disappointment [ Clyde One]
Medical staff at Celtic have been working closely with Hatate, and while the hamstring tear is severe, they are optimistic about a full recovery. The focus now is on ensuring that the player returns to action in the best possible shape, without rushing the healing process.
In the meantime, Rodgers will have to reshuffle his midfield for the upcoming fixtures. The spotlight will be on David Turnbull and Tomoki Iwata to fill the void left by Hatate. The duo will have a chance to prove their worth, starting with the crucial match against St Mirren at Celtic Park.
The Bhoys will be hoping to maintain their momentum in the SPFL, even in the absence of one of their key players. The coming weeks will be a test of the squad’s depth and resilience.
