Fuka Nagano, midfielder - Liverpool FC
Japan international Fuka Nagano has impressed in the centre of the pitch since joining Liverpool FC Women from North Carolina Courage in January 2023.
The midfielder is a former Asian Young Footballer of the Year and winner of the U20 World Cup in 2018.
Nagano began her career at the Urawa Reds in Japan's top division and has also represented Incheon Hyundai Steel Red Angels, Chifure AS Elfen and Mynavi Sendai.
After arriving at the Reds, Nagano said: "I'm very happy to join such a great team and club. I'm really pleased to play for a club that has a great history.
"As part of the team, I'm ready to give my everything and willing to work as hard as I can.
"I'm a type of player who creates scoring chances with passes from the midfield. As toughness is a must in this league, I want to adapt to the strength and show the fans what I'm capable of."
Date of birth
9 March 1999
Nationality
Japanese
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NewsFuka Nagano lifts SheBelieves Cup with Japan. Fuka Nagano helped Japan wrap up success at the SheBelieves Cup overnight.
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NewsInternationals: Micah earns Australia award, Nagano aids Japan win. Teagan Micah put in a Player of the Match display for Australia against the USA overnight in SheBelieves Cup action.
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NewsInternationals: Fuka Nagano assists in Japan's SheBelieves Cup opener. Fuka Nagano helped Japan get their SheBelieves Cup campaign off to a 4-0 victory over Teagan Micah's Australia.
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