Celtic news: Hutton responds to Sutton’s Kyogo claim – ‘Doesn’t matter who you are’
Kyogo Furuhashi is struggling with a “rough patch” at Celtic but needs time to adapt to Brendan Rodgers’ style of play.
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, former Rangers and Aston Villa defender Alan Hutton responded to Hoops hero Chris Sutton’s comments on the forward by claiming that all players have lapses in form.
Sutton was adamant that Rodgers is “killing” Kyogo’s influence on the Celtic team and claimed it could have a major influence on the side’s bid to beat Rangers to the title.
The 29-year-old has bagged 12 goals across 34 appearances in all competitions this season but has failed to add to his tally in the last four league games.
Is Brendan Rodgers “killing” Kyogo Furuhashi at Celtic?
Across his last 15 league outings, he has managed just three goals, which has led to scrutiny from pundits and the fanbase alike.
Hutton urged caution regarding Kyogo’s form, claiming that he may still be adjusting to the major changes from Ange Postecoglou’s tenure.
“Everybody is entitled to their own comments,” he told Football Insider.
“I think it doesn’t matter who you are or what level you’re playing at, you will always have dips in form.
“I do understand that Kyogo is one of the most outstanding players in the league.
“He’s consistently scored goals, but he’s gone through a rough patch.
“I think his bar is so high that we judge him on that.
“People will always have their opinions, but he’s still a top-quality player.
“When Ange Postecoglou was there, it was all-out attack and getting him on the ball.
“It’s slightly different under Rodgers, so it’s about him adapting to that as well.”
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