Kanya Fujimoto Joins Tokyo Verdy on Loan
Tokyo Verdy announced on September 17 that midfielder Kanya Fujimoto has joined on loan from Birmingham City FC (England). The loan runs until June 30, 2027. Fujimoto previously played for Tokyo V until 2020 and returns after six years; he said he is very pleased to be able to play with the club again.
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Dani Gómez Completes Permanent Move to FC Tokyo
On September 18 FC Tokyo announced the permanent signing of forward Dani Gómez from Real Zaragoza (Spain). The club has registered him as a new attacking option and he is expected to be integrated into matchday squads going forward.
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Nagoya Confirms Yuya Asano Underwent Surgery for Right Achilles Rupture
Nagoya Grampus announced on September 17 that midfielder Yuya Asano was injured in the J1 Round 6 match against FC Machida Zelvia on September 6 and was diagnosed with a right Achilles tendon rupture. He underwent surgery on the same day; the club will monitor his recovery and announce a timetable for his return when appropriate.
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Naberu Furusawa Loaned to Tampines Rovers
Kashiwa Reysol announced on September 18 that forward Naberu Furusawa will move on loan to Tampines Rovers FC in Singapore. Furusawa joined Kashiwa in 2025 and had yet to make a J1 appearance this season; the club said it hopes the loan will aid his development prior to a future return.
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Kaina Tanimura Earns First Japan Call-Up
Yokohama F. Marinos forward Kaina Tanimura received his first call-up to the Japan national team and spoke at a clubhouse press conference on September 18. He has broken through this season with 7 appearances and 6 goals to date. Tanimura reflected on his path from the JFL, thanked those who helped him, and vowed not to waste the opportunity.
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Tete Yengi Called Up to Australia Squad
FC Machida Zelvia announced on September 18 that forward Tete Yengi (25) has been called up to the Australia national team. The 197 cm striker is set to face Brazil in friendlies on September 25 and 29; Yengi expressed gratitude for the chance and said he will give his all.
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