Celtic’s intricate web of transfer machinations has been meticulously woven, with the acquisition of Japanese center-back, Yuki Kobayashi, serving as a prelude to the forthcoming winter transfer window. The stage is now set for the potential addition of Alistair Johnston, a move contingent upon the conclusion of his World Cup campaign with Canada, a moment eagerly anticipated, despite the calendar firmly placing us in the heart of November.
While the Hoops’ new Japanese recruit, known affectionately as the “Japanese Bhoy,” is compelled to await his debut until January, anticipatory excitement fills the air as he is poised to join his new comrades at the training sojourn in Portugal this week. In an emotional farewell, Kobayashi’s former club, Vissel Kobe, bid him adieu and extended their best wishes for his endeavors in the heart of Glasgow.
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Vermaelen expressed his appreciation for the time he spent with the Belgian Football Association, citing it as a valuable learning experience. He shared that his time with the staff was fruitful, thanks to the experienced and harmonious working environment. Vermaelen appreciated the diligence and humor of his colleagues, which made his role more comfortable to perform. 
Even though the Hoop’s new Japanese Bhoy cannot play before January, he can join his new teammates at the training camp. Vissel Kobe, Kobayashi’s previous club bid farewell and wished him luck. He shared a warm message with a video on their official YouTube account about Kobayashi’s move. In the video, Kobayashi was seen praising his ex-teammate, Thomas Vermaelen in Japan. The two had been together at Vissel Kobe for some time with the Belgian player joining in 2019 from Barcelona before retiring in January 2022. 
Manager Roberto Martinez and his coaching staff members including Thomas Vermaelen watched on from the sidelines as Belgium beat Wales 2-1 at home to remain in contention for a place in the final phase of the Nations League scheduled to take place next summer. Former Arsenal, AS Roma and Barcelona defender Thomas Vermaelen is now part of the Belgium national team coaching crew after his retirement as a professional footballer. The assistant manager role for Thomas Vermaelen was confirmed by Belgium earlier this year. 
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Thomas Vermaelen played for Belgium at the u-19 and u-21 levels before being handed his senior team debut at the start of 2006. He played his first game for the Belgium senior team against Luxembourg at the age of 20. The game between Belgium and Luxembourg in March 2006. Vermaelen spent almost three years with the senior team before being named the captain. He was made the skipper for the Belgium senior team officially on October 8, 2009. Thomas Vermaelen became the Belgium senior team captain just before the 2010 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Turkey and Estonia. 
Tottenham announced on their official website on Friday that they have secured the services of the 27-year-old. The France international central defender has moved to Tottenham on loan for the 2022-23 season. Vermaelen, now the assistant manager of Belgium, played with Lenglet at Barcelona.