Done deal: BVB sign Japanese talent Yamamoto | OneFootball

After signing Daniel Sumbu, Borussia Dortmund have presented their next new addition for the U23s. Takato Yamamoto joins BVB on loan from Gamba Osaka.

Borussia Dortmund have signed Japanese midfielder Takato Yamamoto. The 18-year-old joins BVB’s U23s on a one-season loan from top-flight side Gamba Osaka. According to information from Ruhr Nachrichten, the agreement also includes a purchase option.

Yamamoto is regarded in his homeland as one of the most promising talents of his age group and, despite his young age, has already gained his first experience in professional football. The left-footer made his debut for Gamba Osaka’s first team in the semi-finals of the AFC Champions League Two, and later also made his first start.

At BVB, the seven-time Japan youth international is initially set for the U23s, where he is expected to gain match practice in the Regionalliga. At the same time, he could already be given a chance with the senior team during pre-season this summer. With a number of World Cup participants absent, coach Niko Kovac will supplement the squad with youth players, meaning Yamamoto should also get the opportunity to showcase himself at a higher level.

BVB loan in Takato Yamamoto

Borussia Dortmund see significant development potential in the attack-minded midfielder. “Takato is a player who impressed us right from the start. He has exactly the qualities we want to see in our game. We are convinced that he will take the next step in his development with us,” explains academy director Paul Schaffran.

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Yamamoto himself is also looking ahead to his new challenge with great excitement. “I still can hardly believe it. Borussia Dortmund – such a huge club. It’s the first time I’ve left Japan, everything here is new to me. But I’m ready. I want to learn and improve every day. And I will give everything to repay this trust.”

According to Ruhr Nachrichten, the Japanese player is considered a creative and dynamic box-to-box midfielder who stands out above all for his technique, dribbling ability, and vertical play. From a tactical point of view, Dortmund’s officials believe the youngster still has room for development. Yamamoto is BVB U23s’ seventh new signing of the summer.

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