Late big boost, fan favourite could be dropped; Celtic development now emerges - opinion

Celtic could be boosted this weekend by the return of their Japanese forward Kyogo Furuhashi after his lengthy spell on the sidelines through injury. 

The 27-year-old had returned to first-team training a number of weeks ago, however, is yet to take to the pitch for Ange Postecoglou after sustaining a hamstring issue.

Kyogo initially suffered a hamstring injury in the early stages of December last year and despite making a return against St. Johnstone, he was quickly sidelined again which has seen him out since Boxing Day (via Transfermarkt).

It has now been confirmed by Ange Postecoglou that Kyogo Furuhashi will play a part tomorrow.

So with Kyogo expected to feature in the game at Parkhead on the weekend against the Premiership strugglers, what could this mean for Postecoglou’s XI?

Firstly, the return will be welcomed by all at Celtic after Kyogo made an electric start to life in Glasgow having signed in the summer from the Japanese top flight.

In the 27-year-old’s opening 26 appearances for the Bhoys across all competitions, he was able to find the back of the net 16 times and provide five assists (via Transfermarkt).

Without a doubt, Postecoglou’s side have fared well despite the loss of such an influential player, but having him back will certainly be a big confidence boost as they narrow in one the Scottish crown.

Having opened up a six-point gap on their fierce rivals, the game against a struggling St Johnstone could offer Kyogo with a golden opportunity to return to the action with a bang.

Coincidentally, it was St Johnstone who Kyogo last featured against on Boxing Day, but in the two games against the Saints this season, Postecoglou’s men have been able to score a combined five goals (via Transfermarkt).

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