Cerezo Osaka

His greatest asset is his razor-sharp reflexes and outstanding shot-stopping, particularly from close range. He was selected for the 2018 Russia World Cup squad and gained overseas experience in Portugal. He returned to the J-League after a year-long period without a club.

A 185cm goalkeeper who joined Albirex Niigata from the University of Tsukuba and also played for Jubilo Iwata. Born in 1997, he came through the university route and guards his goal with composure.

A well-balanced right-back in both attack and defense who provides tireless coverage up and down the flank. He accumulated J1 and J2 experience at FC Tokyo and Yokohama FC, with precise crosses and well-timed overlapping runs as his key attributes.

A centre-back who worked his way up from J3 to J1, known for his strength in one-on-one duels and sharp positional awareness. He was instrumental in Kyoto Sanga's promotion to J1, providing the team with defensive stability. He also played as a holding midfielder in high school, giving him the ability to contribute to build-up play.

An experienced left-back who spent 15 years at Kawasaki Frontale and was named to the J-League Best Eleven. Despite his compact stature, he excels at joining the attack with deft ball control and dribbling, with his one-touch skill to evade opponents as his trademark. He contributed to multiple league titles at Kawasaki.

An attacking full-back known for his aggressive overlapping runs and accurate crosses. A product of Gamba Osaka's youth system, he joined Cerezo after progressing through university football. He has been called up to the Japan U-23 squad and surges forward with abundant energy.

A defender born in 2005 from the club's academy who experienced European football on loan at Almere City in the Netherlands. At 173cm he defends through technique rather than size.

A right-back who grew up in Belgium and won the league title with Club Brugge. His 185cm frame gives him an advantage in aerial duels and he is strong in one-on-one defending, bringing international experience from Europe and Thailand. He has also been capped by the Malaysian national team.

One of Japan's finest ball-playing centre-backs, naturally right-footed but equally comfortable on his left. He played every minute of Yokohama F. Marinos' title-winning 2019 season and earned a call-up to the Japan national team. He orchestrates attacks from the back line with his passing quality and tactical awareness.

An attack-minded left-back whose weapons are his high work rate and left-footed crosses. He contributed to Urawa Reds' AFC Champions League triumph and represented Japan at the Paris Olympics. In addition to his strength in one-on-one defending, his adventurous forward runs provide thrust down the left flank.

A centre-back with an unconventional career path, having climbed from the JFL through J2 to J1. His 187cm height gives him a powerful advantage in aerial duels and one-on-one situations. He is a physically imposing defender who commands the penalty area with a wide defensive range.

An attacking midfielder who broke through at Fagiano Okayama and also played for FC Ryukyu. At 166cm he is small, but his technique in tight spaces and left-footed shooting make the difference. Born in 1997.

A legendary number 10 in Japanese football who starred at Borussia Dortmund and Manchester United. He possesses outstanding technique, quick first-step dribbling, and a keen nose for goal in the final third. His abundant work rate and silky ball control allow him to operate in tight spaces, driving the team's attacking play.

An anchor-type midfielder who combines his 183cm height with aerial prowess. He excels at building from the back and switching play with accurate passes. Having also played as a defender at Sapporo, he controls the game with his defensive stability and expansive vision.

A right-footed Brazilian winger who operates primarily on the left flank, using his speed and dribbling to take on defenders. He brings diverse experience from MLS with New York City FC and the Chinese league. He adds variety to the attack with his cut-inside shots and crosses.

An attacking midfielder who combines explosive pace with close ball control. He contributed to FC Imabari's promotion from J3 to J2, with runs in behind and dribbling as his primary weapons. He has been selected for various Japanese youth squads, breaking open defenses with his technique and agility.

A right winger characterized by his speed, forward drive, and directness toward goal. He experienced a national high school championship runner-up finish at Higashiyama High School before joining Cerezo Osaka. He also demonstrated his big-game ability by scoring a spectacular goal in a friendly against Borussia Dortmund.

A midfielder born in 2003 who built up minutes at Fujieda MYFC and FC Ryukyu. At 165cm he is tiny, but mobility and tenacity keep him involved.

The Australia midfielder joined Cerezo Osaka permanently from FC St. Pauli in August 2026. He spent five seasons in Hamburg, captaining the club and helping it win promotion to the Bundesliga in 2024. A Celtic academy graduate, he also played in Britain for Ross County, Burton, Hull City and Hibernian. A tireless box-to-box midfielder known for late runs into the box and his leadership.

A lightning-quick attacker whose exceptional work rate is his greatest weapon, often recording the highest running distance across both teams. He excels at pressing from the front and making runs in behind, while also possessing strong individual technique in dribbling and ball control. His stamina never fades, allowing him to contribute to counterattacks by sprinting to the front line even in the closing stages.

A diminutive dribbler standing just 161cm who tears apart defenses from the flanks with his left-footed technique and agility. Developed through Omiya Ardija's academy, he has established himself as a key attacking player since joining Cerezo. His ability to retain possession in tight spaces and his sharp penetrating runs are his hallmarks, and he cites Shinji Kagawa as his idol.

A defensive midfielder developed through Cerezo Osaka's academy, known for his ball-winning ability and precise passing. Despite his compact build, he brings high-intensity play to anchor the midfield. After gaining experience on loan at Avispa Fukuoka, he has continued to develop as a holding midfielder since returning.

A Brazilian midfielder who delivers pinpoint crosses and through balls from the right flank, having won the J-League assist title in consecutive seasons. He leads J1 in chance creation per match, showcasing his vision and creativity. He joined Cerezo via Sapporo and has become an indispensable hub of the team's attack.

A powerful striker whose greatest weapons are his hold-up play and aerial ability, utilizing his imposing 190cm/91kg frame. Developed through JEF United Chiba's academy, he honed his finishing at Okayama and Yokohama FC. He has been selected for various Japanese youth representative squads and attacks the goal with physical, powerful play.

A 190cm striker born in Colombia with Syrian roots. He built his reputation in Colombian football, including with Deportivo Cali, before moving to Japan. Uses his height and hold-up play to serve as the focal point of the attack.