Red Bull Salzburg strengthens with Japanstar Sota Kitano!

Red Bull Salzburg strengthens with Japanstar Sota Kitano!

Feldkirch, Österreich - A fresh wind blows through the rows of Red Bull Salzburg: the 20-year-old offensive player Sota Kitano is constantly changing from the Japanese club Cerezo Osaka to the bulls. The contract runs until June 30, 2029, and Kitano will now work in team training, so .

Kitano, who comes from Wakayama and was born on August 13, 2004, has already played for the Japanese U20 national team and brings promising statistics to Austria: In 91 missions for the first team of Cerezo Osaka, he marked 13 goals and prepared 6 more goals. His previous career also includes stations in the Elite Class of Cerezo Osaka and in various youth teams of the association, as can be read in the press release by Cerezo Osaka

versatile player

The newcomer is described as a versatile and both leged player who is able to hold all offensive positions - except for the central tip. Rouven Schröder, the managing director of RB Salzburg, emphasizes that Kitano was intensively scouted and has the potential to establish itself in the home league. "Sota is a hardworking team player who can feel comfortable in difficulty to defend rooms and score as well as templates," says Schröder in the report by redbullsalzburg.at .

"I am very grateful to Cerezo Osaka and will do my best to repay the support I have received," said Kitano himself and is looking forward to the upcoming challenges. In addition, he is happy to be on the pitch with compatriot Takumu Kawamura, who is already part of the Salzburg team. He has already contacted Kawamura and exchanged information about the upcoming collaboration.

goals in the new home

With a clear goal, Kitano comes to Salzburg: he wants to win titles and develop as a player and as a person. His movement nuns are promising, and the focus on teamwork remains strong: "I look forward to being part of a team that is characterized by the fighting spirit and the passion for football," concludes Kitano.

The fans of the Salzburgers can already look forward to exciting games with the new, creative player, who will guarantee a breath of fresh air with his high work rate and his commitment.