Date of Birth: January 16, 1995 Place of Birth: Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture Position: Attacking Midfielder, Winger, Forward Club: AS Monaco Japan National Team: Has been a core attacking player for many years. He is highly regarded as a versatile attacker who combines high work rate, defensive contribution from the front, excellent spatial awareness, and clinical finishing. He made significant contributions in both goals and assists during his time at Salzburg and with the national team, and experienced winning the Premier League and domestic cup titles at Liverpool. He is extremely competitive with a strong fighting spirit. He can get heated during matches. In his younger days at Cerezo Osaka, there were famous moments where he wore his heart on his sleeve, but that stems entirely from his obsession with winning. He speaks in a regional Osaka drawl and will absolutely dote on you.