Daizen Maeda, known for his agility on the field, hails from Japan and was born on October 20, 1997. Primarily known for his left-wing forward role, he has been showcasing his skills at Celtic in recent years donning the number 38 jersey. The forward, standing 5ft 8in (1.73m) tall and weighing 10st 9lb (68kg), has also played for the Japanese national team.
His current market value is estimated at around £9.5m, according to the figures from Transfermarkt. His contract with the celebrated Scottish club Celtic is set to expire on 31 May 2027.
His professional journey started in January 2016, making his debut with Matsumoto Yamaga, a club in Japan's Lower Leagues. Following a successful spell with Mito Hollyhock in the J2 League in Japan, he returned to his former home ground, Matsumoto Yamaga. His drive and determination to rise up the football ladder are evident from his performance metrics.
In July of 2019, Maeda took a journey across continents to play for Marítimo in Portugal's Liga Portugal 2. He then moved onto Yokohama F. Marinos in the J1 League in Japan in August 2020 after another commendable show of talent on Portuguese soil.
His contributions to Celtic have been integral as he has consistently proven himself as an asset ever since his move to Scotland in 2022. Contributing to Celtic's attacking prowess, he has scored a total of 36 goals in four seasons (2021 - 2025). Notably, he showed exceptional performance in the 2024 - 2025 season making 34 appearances and scoring an impressive 16 goals.
His £1.4m move to Celtic in July 2022 was fully justified as Maeda became an instrumental player for the team in the following matches. His accomplishments include scoring goals in several major tournaments such as the Scottish Cup, Champions League, and World Cup Qualifiers for Asia among others.
Daizen Maeda is known for his impressive football career and continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the football arena. His abilities on the field have not only made him a key figure for Celtic but also an inspiration for upcoming players across the world.
