We would like to inform you that Ataru Esaka (age 30) will transfer permanently to Ulsan Hyundai FC (Korea).

[Player name] Ataru Esaka Ataru
[Date of birth] Born May 31, 1992 (30 years old)
[Birthplace] Hyogo Prefecture
[Height/Weight] 175cm/67kg
[Soccer history] Woody SC → Sanda Municipal Yurinokidai Junior High School → Kobe Koryo Gakuen High School → Ryutsu Keizai University → Thespakusatsu Gunma → Omiya Ardija → Kashiwa Reysol Urawa Reds
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[Player comment]
“At this time, I have decided to transfer to K League 1 Ulsan Hyundai FC.
I am sorry that I was not able to achieve the goals of the club and that I was not able to help, and I feel sorry for the fans and supporters.
However, as a soccer player, I was grateful for the offer from the K League champion, and I decided that I could still grow as a soccer player and as a person in a new place where no one knew me.
It was a short period of one and a half years, but I am proud that I was able to fight with the Reds fans and supporters.
I would appreciate it if you would continue to support me, and I will challenge myself to show you how I have grown.
thank you very much"