In the space of five second half seconds against Hull City, the start to Kyogo Furuhashi’s Birmingham City career was summed up.

An incisive run and pass from Patrick Roberts found Kyogo on the edge of Hull’s box where he brilliantly shifted the ball between John Egan’s legs, leaving the defender grounded, to create a goal-scoring chance.

Snatch. Kyogo didn’t have much time to think about it and opted for the left-footed toe-poke. Off it skewed, out for a goal kick. Another chance missed by Blues’ marquee summer signing.

The groans around St Andrew’s were louder than usual when Kyogo sent the ball spinning towards the advertising hoardings.

Excitement and expectation where the Japanese striker is concerned is beginning to turn to disappointment. Maybe Celtic had Kyogo’s best days,

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