Kyogo Furuhashi Joins LA Galaxy from Birmingham City

Transfer Details

The Japan international forward has been sold by Championship club Birmingham City to Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy. The 31‑year‑old moved to the Blues on a three‑year agreement when he arrived from Ligue 1 outfit Rennes last summer. Birmingham City did not reveal the transfer fee, leaving the exact amount a mystery.

Season Impact at Birmingham

Furuhashi appeared in 31 matches across all competitions during the 2025‑26 term, finding the net three times. Under head coach Chris Davies, the team finished the Championship campaign in tenth place. His contributions helped the club avoid a lower finish in a competitive division.

Impressive Club Career Highlighted

During his four‑year spell at Celtic, the Japanese attacker scored 85 goals in 165 appearances. The peak of his club career came in the 2022‑23 season, when he led the Scottish Premiership scoring list with 27 goals. This haul cemented his reputation as one of the league’s top strikers.