Maeda 'nothing short of a legend' at Celtic

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Celtic fans, we asked for your views after Daizen Maeda's move to promoted Premier League side Ipswich Town was confirmed.

Here's what some of you had to say:

James: Nothing short of a legend in my opinion. Not the most technically gifted player but has an abundance of energy, pace, and a relentlessly tireless attitude that more than make up for it. I have been taken with Maeda more or less since his first appearance for us. While not every performance was a 10 out of 10, I rarely saw less than a six out of 10 from him. I am sad to see him go and send him off with well wishes and a hope that he gets lots of game time down there to prove his worth, more to himself than anyone else.

Ian: Daizen Maeda was appallingly let down by Celtic at the last minute and he struggled initially last season. However, when things were looking iffy for retaining the league, he (almost) single-handedly dug Celtic out of the mire, together with Martin O'Neill's influence and power of personality. We owe him big time and he is welcome back at Celtic Park anytime.

Alec: £10million for a player in the last year of his contract is good business. However I am not sure Celtic will ever be able to replace his energy, goals maybe, but not his energy and that is most worrying of all.

Eddie: The overhead goal against Rangers was a thing of pure beauty and I was so happy to have been present that day to witness that goal. Players like Maeda with those type of skills you don't get to see that often in Scotland and I'm privileged to have witnessed a true Celtic great these past four seasons.

Gordy: Daizen will be remembered for his total commitment to the Celtic cause, he was a great player for the first season and a fantastic player for the rest of his time at Parkhead. His non-stop running and goals will always be remembered and I would like to thank him for his contribution to the many victories and trophies he helped provide, he will be sorely missed. Along with every Celtic supporter I wish him every success at Ipswich.

Sandy: Without the talent of some, his approach to the game is second to none. An incredible athlete with an appetite to win beyond most, he earned every penny and medal he won in a Celtic jersey. He'll be a huge miss, £10m is an absolute steal. In three months there will be much bigger clubs than Ipswich thinking "how did we miss him?" On top of that, a humble man of dignity and courage.

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