Celtic 'set to sign' Tomoki Iwata for just £750,000 as Japanese star heads to Scotland

Iwata set for Celtic switch

Celtic are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Japanese midfielder Tomoki Iwata from Yokohama F. Marinos for a fee of just £750,000.

The 25-year-old has been linked with a move to Celtic for several weeks, and it is now understood that the two clubs have agreed a fee for his transfer.

Iwata is a defensive midfielder who has been capped six times by Japan. He has been a key player for Yokohama F. Marinos, helping them to win the J1 League title in 2019 and 2020.

Iwata would be a valuable addition to Celtic

Iwata would be a valuable addition to Celtic's squad. He is a talented midfielder who is good at winning the ball back and distributing it well.

He would provide competition for Callum McGregor and James McCarthy in Celtic's midfield, and he could also play in a more advanced role if required.

Iwata's arrival would also be a sign of Celtic's ambition under new manager Ange Postecoglou. The Australian has made it clear that he wants to sign players who can help Celtic compete in the Champions League, and Iwata fits that bill.

Iwata could make his Celtic debut against Birmingham City

Iwata could make his Celtic debut against Birmingham City in a pre-season friendly on July 23.

Celtic are also interested in signing Birmingham City midfielder Riley McGree, and it is possible that the two players could join the club in a double deal.

McGree is a 23-year-old Australian who has been capped nine times by his country. He is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions.

The signing of Iwata and McGree would be a major boost for Celtic as they prepare for the new season.