SC Freiburg signs Japanese striker Keisuke Goto from Anderlecht for €10-11M
German Bundesliga club SC Freiburg has signed Japanese striker Keisuke Goto from Belgian side RSC Anderlecht for a transfer fee of €10-11 million. The 21-23-year-old forward, who previously played for Jubilo Iwata and on loan at Sint-Truiden, will share center forward duties with Igor Matanovic. Goto, a member of Japan’s World Cup squad, strengthens Freiburg’s attacking options, continuing the club’s trend of recruiting Japanese talent from the Belgian league.
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Official: 21-year-old Japanese forward Keisuke Goto joins Freiburg, transfer fee €11 million
On June 11, 2024, German Bundesliga club SC Freiburg officially announced the signing of 21-year-old Japanese forward Keisuke Goto from Belgian side Anderlecht for a transfer fee of approximately €11 million, including add-ons. Goto, who is 1.91 meters tall, began his career at Jubilo Iwata before moving to Anderlecht on loan in January 2024, where he was later permanently signed. He played primarily for Anderlecht's reserve team in the second division, scoring 13 goals in 31 appearances. In the most recent season, he was loaned to Sint-Truiden in the Belgian Pro League, making 28 appearances with 10 goals and 5 assists. Goto is also a member of Japan's squad for the upcoming World Cup. Freiburg board member Jochen Saier praised Goto's fearless playing style and spatial awareness, while Goto expressed excitement about joining the club, citing their genuine interest and his admiration for the team's Europa League performances. Contract details remain confidential.
虎扑 - 足球SC Freiburg Signs Japanese Striker Keisuke Goto from Anderlecht
German Bundesliga club SC Freiburg has made a surprise signing, bringing in Japanese striker Keisuke Goto from Belgian side RSC Anderlecht. The 22-year-old forward is expected to compete for and share the center forward position with Igor Matanovic. This move continues Freiburg's trend of recruiting Japanese talent from the Belgian league, adding depth to their attacking options for the upcoming season.
kicker Bundesliga NewsSC Freiburg Signs Japanese Striker Keisuke Goto from Anderlecht for €10 Million
German Bundesliga club SC Freiburg has completed the signing of Japanese striker Keisuke Goto from Belgian side RSC Anderlecht for a transfer fee of €10 million. The 22-year-old forward is expected to share center forward duties with Igor Matanovic. This marks another Japanese acquisition for Freiburg, who have previously brought in players from the Belgian league. The move strengthens Freiburg's attacking options ahead of the upcoming season.
kicker Bundesliga NewsSC Freiburg Signs Japanese Striker Keisuke Goto from Anderlecht for €10 Million
German Bundesliga club SC Freiburg has made a surprise move by signing Japanese striker Keisuke Goto from Belgian side RSC Anderlecht for a transfer fee of ten million euros. The 22-year-old forward is expected to bolster Freiburg's attacking options and will share the center forward position with Igor Matanovic. This marks another instance of Freiburg bringing in a Japanese player from the Belgian league, continuing their pattern of scouting talent from that market. The transfer highlights Freiburg's strategy of investing in promising international players to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
kicker Bundesliga NewsSC Freiburg Signs Japanese Striker Keisuke Goto from Anderlecht for €10 Million
German Bundesliga club SC Freiburg has completed the signing of Japanese striker Keisuke Goto from Belgian side RSC Anderlecht for a transfer fee of €10 million. The 23-year-old forward is expected to share center forward duties with Igor Matanovic. This marks another Japanese acquisition for Freiburg, who have previously brought in players from the Belgian league. The move strengthens Freiburg's attacking options ahead of the upcoming season.
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