We are pleased to announce that Hayate Ueki, a student at Nihon University, has been confirmed as a new player for Urawa Reds for the 2026 season.

[Player Name] Hayate Ueki Ueki
[Date of Birth] Born October 11, 2003 (21 years old)
[Hometown] Kanagawa Prefecture
[Height/Weight] 173cm/71kg
[Position] Midfielder
[Soccer History] Hachimatsu SC → Yokohama F･Marinos Junior Youth Oppama → Nichidai Fujisawa High School → Nihon University
[Player comments]
"I'm Hayate Ueki from Nihon University, and I'll be joining Urawa Reds from the 2026 season."
I am extremely happy to be able to start my career as a professional soccer player, a dream I've had since I was a child, as a member of the prestigious Urawa Reds.
I will never forget my gratitude to everyone who has supported me so far, and I will strive to repay that kindness by working humbly and wholeheartedly in the professional world.
I will make full use of my strengths, namely my game control and left-footed kicking ability, and fight with all my heart and soul to contribute to Urawa Reds' victory.
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