CELTIC SCOUTING SERIES [PART 1] | RYOTARO ARAKI | J-LEAGUE WONDERKID

In this new series, we'll be scouting some of the top young talents from around the world and making a case for Celtic snapping them up.

FIRST REPORT | RYOTARO ARAKI

[thomasmartin]

On the goals and assist part, cpuld it be highlighted who to keep an eye on? Is ot the guy scoring or passing?
Hope thats not an offensive thing to say, its mainly because i dont know who the guy is, his playstyle or possition, as seems to be the case from japaneese players he looks to be able to play in a number of possitions and id want to make sure i credit him with the correct part in regards to the play,
Its not a critisism, its an acceptance of my own ignorance to the player

[kentgrady]

If Ange likes him, I like him. If Ange isn't interested, I'm not interested.

I could be looking at Ronaldinho highlights... If Ange doesn't think he can play Ange-ball, I trust his judgment implicitly.

[DabDabGoose]

I think given his position it's unlikely Celtic would sign him, there is too much depth in those already, unless they somehow don't buyout Jotas 6 mil loan to buy fee, if that somehow happens then He would be high on the list.

[celticfan]

Feel like I should sue for infringement…

[k-matsu]

"Most players go through the university system" . . . NO, that is NOT true!!! Where did you come up with this tidbit of misinformation???

Over 60% of J.League players join a J.League team's U-12, U-15 or U-18 team, and get their start in the youth ranks. Another 30% of players start their career with a high school team, and join the J.League upon graduation from high school. Only about 5-10% of J.League players play university football before they enter the pro ranks. In fact, the J.League's official statistics suggest that only about 10% of RETIRED J.Leaguers have a university education. How could "most players go through the university system" prior to joining the J.League, if only 10% of them EVER attend university???

Im really curious to know where you came up with this fact-free bit of trivia. Spreading ridiculous untruths doesnt benefit anyone!
It **IS** true that Japan has one of the most competitive university leagues in the world. They have won the world Universiade title on several occasions. However, only a small number of players (and only about 2-3 dozen schools) are involved. Quality does not imply quantity.