ANGE POSTECOGLOU has been vague on when star striker Kyogo Furuhashi will return to first-team action for Celtic.

And the Japanese national team are also being tight-lipped on Kyogo's return.

Japan take on Australia and Vietnam on March 24 and March 29 respectively as they bid to qualify for the World Cup later this year.

And while Hatate and Maeda have made the squad for the fixtures - injured Kyogo Furhashi has not been included.

There was no mention of his fitness during today's press conference announcing the squad, so Celtic fans are none the wiser on his availability.

Speaking last month Postecoglou said: "I wouldn't put any timeframes on it.

"Kyogo, it's in his nature, he's working really hard to get back as soon as possible, whether that's during the international break or just after, he won't be far off.

"I've got a really good relationship with the national team manager, I've known him for quite a while.

"He's been really supportive of our stance and we've been really supportive of the national team.

"Kyogo will be the driver to that. He's working hard but I wouldn't put any timeframes on it."