We are pleased to announce that we have reached a basic agreement with Cercle Brugge KSV of the Belgian First Division A for the complete transfer of Ayase Ueda.
He will depart Japan on Saturday, July 2nd, and a formal contract is expected to be signed after undergoing a medical check.
＜Player Profile＞
■Player Name:
Ayase Ueda
■Born:
August 28, 1998, Ibaraki Prefecture
■Position:
FW
■Size:
182 cm, 76 kg
■Career:
Kashima Antlers Norte Jr. Youth - Kashima Gakuen High School - Hosei University - Kashima Antlers (2019)
*2019 JFA/J.League Special Designated Player
*July 2019: Left Hosei University Athletic Association Soccer Club
■Official Match Statistics
Total J1 League appearances
86 games, 38 goals
Total League Cup appearances
11 games, 5 goals
Total Emperor's Cup appearances *while professional
4 games, 4 goals
Total AFC Champions League appearances
2 games, 0 goals
■National Team History
Japan National Team: 9 games, 0 goals
U-24, U-23, U-22, U-21, U-20 Japan National Team
*Participated in the 32nd Olympic Games (2020/Tokyo)
■Comment from Player Ueda
"I have decided to transfer to Cercle Brugge KSV. Looking at the world, I am not particularly young, and I made this decision because I want to grow as a professional soccer player by putting myself in a new environment. I understand the meaning of leaving the team in the middle of the season. Once I've made up my mind, I know I have no choice but to show results. I am nothing but grateful to all the Antlers family: the players, staff, fans and supporters, partners, and local residents who fought with me. I will continue to fight, facing the essence of football as I see it – pursuing the plays necessary for victory – and cherishing every moment. Thank you for your support."