Kyogo Furuhashi, born on the 20th of January 1995 in Japan, is known for his superior skills as a forward. Primarily playing in the striker position, Furuhashi carries a notable presence on the field for the team Rennes, donning the number 7 jersey. His stature, standing at 5ft 6in (1.7m) and weighing 9st 12lb (63kg), complements his agility and speed. He has not only made a name for himself in the club football scene but has also represented the Japan national team with honour.
As of date, according to the statistics available on Transfermarkt, his current market value is around £10.5m. His commitment to Rennes is secured until the 30th of June 2027, promising another 2 years and 2 months of his remarkable play.
In 2017, the fledgeling Furuhashi joined FC Gifu in the Japan lower leagues, making 24 first-team appearances and scoring five goals in his debut season. His performance did not waver but improved steadily when he transferred to Vissel Kobe in the J1 League in Japan in July 2018, for a fee of £140k. His tenure in Vissel Kobe saw him making significant contributions season after season, scoring ever increasing goals and enhancing his reputation.
Perhaps the most laudable period of Furuhashi's successful career was during his time with Celtic. Having transferred in July 2021 for a fee of around £4.6m, he quickly established himself as an incredible asset for the club. Throughout season 2021 - 2022, he made 20 first-team appearances and scored 12 goals. In the following season, he lit the Premiership on fire, making 36 appearances and bagging a whopping 27 goals. The 2023 - 2024 season saw him maintain his pace with 38 first-team appearances and 14 goals. Currently, in the 2024 - 2025 season, he has added ten more goals to his tally from 22 appearances.
However, Furuhashi's journey with Celtic came to a halt in January 2025, when he was transferred from the Scottish club to Rennes in the Ligue 1 in France for a fee of around £10m. Despite the recent move, Furuhashi has already made six first-team appearances for Rennes this season.
The forward has also carried his national pride onto the global stage, with his participation in the World Cup Qualifiers Asia 2024 - 2026 for Japan, showcasing his skills in two appearances as a substitute.
