Minato Yoshida
Born
July 15, 2008, Kanagawa PrefectureHeight/Weight
172 cm, 72 kgPosition
FWDominant Foot
RightCareer
JFC FUTURO - FC Tama Junior Youth - Kashima Antlers YouthNational Team Experience
U-15, U-16, U-17 Japan National TeamPlayer Profile
A striker with excellent speed, physical ability, and a strong scoring sense. He has recorded double-digit goals for two consecutive years in the Prince Takamado Trophy JFA U-18 Football Premier League 2025 EAST. Despite not being exceptionally tall, he scores many goals with his head and boasts a wide variety of scoring patterns, including shots with both feet.Comment from Minato Yoshida
"It was my dream to become a professional soccer player, so I am truly happy to have signed a professional contract. Antlers won the J.League this year, and we are seen as champions by those around us, so I want to be fully aware of my responsibilities and contribute to the team's victories by scoring goals as a member of Antlers."Antoni Udenba Motosuna
Born
March 10, 2009, Hyogo PrefectureHeight/Weight
192 cm, 82 kgPosition
DFDominant Foot
RightCareer
Estrella Tsuda Soccer Club - FC Fresca Kobe - Kashima Antlers YouthNational Team Experience
U-15, U-16, U-17 Japan National TeamPlayer Profile
A center-back with excellent defensive capabilities, covering a wide area utilizing his long reach and speed, and an ability to build up play from the backline. He also possesses the versatility to play as a defensive midfielder.Comment from Antoni Udenba Motosuna
"I wanted to become a professional even before joining the Antlers academy, so I am very happy to have signed a professional contract at such an early stage. I want to be a player who helps the team win and excites the fans, so I will work hard to be involved in matches, even though there will be tough competition ahead."*Both players will continue to be registered with the top team (Category 2), making them eligible to participate in official J.League matches.