'My aim will always be to battle hard'

New forward Daizen Maeda promises he "will always run and give everything that I have" for Ipswich after arriving on a three-year contract from Celtic.

He told Ipswich's official website: "I am very proud to sign for Ipswich Town. I have always dreamed of playing in the Premier League and I am very happy I can realise that dream with this club.

"I have loved all of the conversations with the club and they have made me feel very welcome."

The 28-year-old Japan international said his aim "will always be to battle hard, score goals, and provide assists for my team" and shared his excitement to "learn more about the club and meet the supporters".

Maeda scored 79 goals in 212 appearances for Celtic, where he won five league titles, three Scottish Cups and two Scottish League Cups.

Town manager Gary O'Neil said "we are proud" Maeda decided to achieve his aim of playing in the Premier League by signing for Ipswich.

O'Neil added: "He works extremely hard and has impressive physical attributes, while also proving over a number of years playing in Scotland that he has the ability to score goals and create for his team."