We would like to announce that Ryusei Sato (22 years old) will be joining Montedio Yamagata on a developmental loan.
The loan period will be from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.

[Player Name] Ryusei Sato Ryusei
[Date of Birth] Born October 24, 2003 (22 years old)
[Hometown] Kumamoto Prefecture
[Height/Weight] 190cm/86kg
[Position] Goalkeeper
[Football career] Kumamoto Aqua SC → Koshi Junior High School → Otsu High School → University of Tsukuba → Urawa Reds


[Player comments]
First of all, thank you for your support and encouragement for Urawa Reds in the Centennial League.

I have decided to move to Montedio Yamagata on a developmental loan.
I had a very hard time deciding to transfer teams this time.
That's because, as a Urawa Reds player, I wanted to be recognized by the fans and supporters and fight alongside them.

However, since I was unable to contribute to the team this season due to my own lack of ability, I felt that I needed to increase my value in a new environment, and that's why I decided to make this transfer.
I feel so ashamed that I couldn't contribute to the team. I'm truly sorry.

To be honest, there were more difficult and painful days than good ones during these past six months. However, the fan service at Ohara Training Ground, the expectations and support I received from fans and supporters through social media, and the sight of so many fans and supporters filling Saitama Stadium red on weekends and cheering on the players with such powerful support, have been a great source of motivation and energy for me.
Thank you so much.

In this new environment, I will strive to inspire the fans, supporters, and players of Urawa Reds, and when I return to Urawa Reds, I will work hard to prove my growth and abilities so that I can share victories with the fans and supporters.

We would greatly appreciate your continued support and encouragement for Urawa Reds and Ryusei Sato!!
thank you very much.


*During his loan period, Ryusei Sato Sato will not be able to participate in any official matches against Urawa Reds.