Japanese Midfielder Takumu Kawamura Returns to Sanfrecce Hiroshima from Salzburg Due to Injuries

On July 25, Japanese midfielder Takumu Kawamura completed a permanent transfer from Austrian Bundesliga club Red Bull Salzburg back to his former team, Sanfrecce Hiroshima, in Japan's J1 League. The move was prompted by multiple serious injuries that hindered his progress in Europe. Both clubs officially announced the transfer, with Salzburg expressing well-wishes for Kawamura's health and future. The 25-year-old midfielder originally moved to Salzburg in 2023 but struggled with fitness issues. Sanfrecce Hiroshima welcomed him back to their first team, aiming to reintegrate him into their squad for the remainder of the season.

First published Aug 4, 02:00 PM UTCUpdated Jul 25, 07:03 AM UTC1 reports · 1 sources

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Japanese Midfielder Takumu Kawamura Returns to Sanfrecce Hiroshima from Salzburg Due to Injuries虎扑 - 足球Neutral / independentJul 25, 07:03 AM UTC

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