Ipswich Town have opened talks with Celtic to sign Daizen Maeda. According to Record Sport, a bid has also been launched for the player. The new manager for Ipswich, Gary O'Neil, has identified Maeda as a primary target, and discussions are in progress regarding a fee. It is believed Maeda has a strong desire for a move to England after four-and-a-half years in Glasgow.

Ipswich Town have held talks to sign Celtic forward Daizen Maeda. It is understood the clubs discussed the terms of a potential deal and Celtic are awaiting a formal offer.

Daizen Maeda wants to leave Celtic in the summer and is determined to move to the Premier League. According to reports, Ipswich Town have made a move to sign the forward. Maeda has one year remaining on his contract, and Manager Martin O'Neill expects him to leave this summer. Ipswich are hoping to conclude the deal as quickly as possible. It is uncertain whether they can agree a fee with Celtic, and it is also unclear whether Maeda would be keen on a move to Ipswich. The Japanese international believes this year could be his chance to move to England. Speaking to the media, Maeda stated that he has always wanted to play in the Premier League since he went to Celtic and thinks this year might be his chance. He added that his strongest desire is to play in the Premier League for at least a year and that he has not really thought about what comes after that. He feels it is the best league and is confident he can succeed there, which is why he wants to take on the challenge.