Ipswich Town have reportedly opened talks over a move for Celtic forward Daizen Maeda, according to the BBC, as the newly-promoted Premier League club look to bolster their attacking options ahead of the new season.
The Japan international has been a key figure for the Scottish champions, and Celtic are said to be preparing for his potential departure by lining up an Egyptian winger as a replacement, per the same report.
Nothing is confirmed at this stage, with the story described purely as transfer talk rather than an agreed deal. Should Ipswich push the move forward, it would mark a significant statement of intent from Kieran McKenna's side as they look to strengthen for life back in the top flight.
Maeda has been a consistent performer in Scottish football, and any switch south would represent a major test of his abilities against Premier League opposition. For now, though, talks remain at an early stage, with Celtic already eyeing contingency plans in the market.