
Rikito Inoue
Cerezo Osaka/D/
Player Info
Rikito Inoue is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a defender for J1 League club Cerezo Osaka, known for his solid defensive presence and reliability at the back. The 28-year-old center-back, born on March 9, 1997, stands at 180 cm tall and brings a strong physical profile to his team's defense. Inoue began his professional career with Cerezo Osaka, rising through the club's youth ranks before making his senior debut. He has since become a consistent figure in the squad, contributing to the team's campaigns in both the J1 League and domestic cup competitions. His career stats reflect a defender focused on defensive solidity, with key highlights including important clearances and disciplined performances in high-pressure matches. While his list of major team honors is still developing, his value to Cerezo Osaka is evident in his steady selection and a market valuation of €375,000. Known for his commitment and work rate, Inoue's style is characterized by strong aerial duels and positional awareness. His current reputation is that of a dependable squad player who provides crucial depth and stability for his club in Japan's top flight.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/07/30
Signed
2024/01/07
Signed
2022/01/08
Signed
2021/01/08
Signed
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
2025
Matches
Games Played
8
Games Started
8
Minutes Per Game
702
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
2
Accurate Passes Per Game
388
Key Passes Per Game
1
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
12
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
11
Interceptions Per Game
4
Clearances Per Game
64
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
1
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
4
Be Fouled Per Game
3

