Daizen Maeda has ended his time at Celtic after completing a move to Premier League club Ipswich Town. The Japan striker confirmed the transfer while also sharing an emotional message about his years with the Scottish side.
In a statement published on Instagram, Maeda said the "Celtic family" made the past four-and-a-half years the "most special chapter" of his life. His words underlined how important the club and its supporters were during his stay.
The move to Ipswich Town gives Maeda a new challenge in the Premier League and marks the next step in his career. At the same time, his farewell message made clear that leaving Celtic is a significant personal moment for the forward.
Maeda's departure closes a memorable spell from his perspective, with the player choosing to focus on gratitude as he begins this new phase. Ipswich Town now welcome a Japan striker arriving after a deeply meaningful period at Celtic.
