is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a forward for club PreuÃÂen Münster on loan from Scottish Premiership club Celtic, and the Japan national team.
Named as a designated special player ahead of the 2022 season, Yamada made his debut for Kawasaki Frontale in the J.League Cup against Cerezo Osaka.
On 19 July 2025, Yamada signed for Scottish Premiership club Celtic on a four year contract. He made his debut for the Bhoys in a 2âÂÂ0 victory over Aberdeen on 10 August.
On 27 January 2026, having made only one start and ten substitute appearances for the first-team, Yamada joined 2. Bundesliga side PreuÃÂen Münster on loan until the end of the season.
Yamada made his international debut for Japan on 12 July 2025 when he came on as a substitute against Hong Kong in the 2025 EAFF E-1 Football Championship, a match that Japan won 6âÂÂ1.
Kawasaki Frontale
Japan