theglobalsun – Birmingham City have signed Japanese forward Kyogo Furuhashi from Ligue 1 side Rennes, continuing their summer transfer activity. The former Celtic striker arrives at St Andrew’s on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. His transfer marks a notable return to British football, only six months after his move to France.
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Furuhashi became a fan favourite during his time at Celtic, where he scored 85 goals in 165 appearances. He was the Scottish Premiership’s top scorer in the 2022–23 season with 27 goals. His clinical finishing and movement made him one of the most dangerous forwards in Scottish football.
He originally joined Rennes in January 2025 for £10 million but struggled to settle in Ligue 1. Despite rumours linking him with a return to Celtic, he has instead joined Chris Davies’ newly promoted Birmingham side. The Blues are preparing for their return to the Championship after a dominant season in League One. Birmingham’s swift action in the transfer market signals their intent to be competitive next season. Furuhashi is expected to bring both experience and attacking threat to a team that already broke records in their promotion campaign.
Furuhashi Reunites with Familiar Faces in Ambitious Blues Project
Kyogo Furuhashi’s move to Birmingham also reunites him with fellow Japanese international Tomoki Iwata. The club has focused on strengthening both quality and depth across key positions in recent weeks. Their recent signings include Nigeria international Bright Osayi-Samuel, Jamaica winger Demarai Gray, and midfielder Tommy Doyle from Wolves.
The club also secured a loan deal for goalkeeper James Beadle, part of England’s Euro Under-21-winning squad. These additions support manager Chris Davies’ plan to build a squad capable of competing immediately in the Championship. The Blues appear committed to combining international experience with emerging talent.
During his four-year spell with Celtic, Furuhashi collected multiple honours, including four league titles, two Scottish Cups, and three League Cups. His track record shows his ability to perform in high-pressure environments. With his Premier League and European competition experience, he is expected to adapt quickly to the Championship’s demands.
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Birmingham’s transfer strategy reflects a clear vision to re-establish the club in English football’s second tier and beyond. Furuhashi’s arrival highlights the club’s growing appeal and ambition under new leadership. The forward’s return to British football will be closely followed by supporters and analysts alike. If he can replicate his form from Celtic, Birmingham will have secured a key figure for their promotion push.
