Soma Kanda, a Japanese striker for Kawasaki Frontale, is a player who Celtic manager Martin O'Neill may soon be asked to evaluate. Parkhead scouts are investigating the 20-year-old, and English Championship sides are also said to be interested in him. Kanda joined Kawasaki Frontale in February 2024, and his contract is valid until June 30, 2029. He has earned 16 caps and scored 6 goals for the Japan U20 team. In the 2025/2026 J1 Special Season, Kanda has made 8 appearances and has not registered a goal or an assist. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €150k.