
Shoya Nakajima
Urawa Red Diamonds/M/
Player Info
Shoya Nakajima is a technically gifted Japanese winger and attacking midfielder, currently bringing his flair to the storied J1 League club Urawa Red Diamonds. Despite his modest 164 cm stature, Nakajima's low center of gravity, explosive acceleration, and dribbling skills have made him a standout player. His career took him to Europe early, with notable spells in Portugal at Portimonense and later in the UAE, before returning to Japan as a marquee signing for Urawa. At his best, he is a nightmare for defenders in one-on-one situations, capable of scoring spectacular goals and creating chances. His honors include domestic cups in Japan and being a regular fixture for the national team in past cycles. Known for his confident style and ability to operate in tight spaces, Nakajima's return to the J-League has added a star quality to the competition, as he looks to use his European experience to inspire Urawa to silverware.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2023/07/24
Signed
2022/09/07
Signed
2022/06/29
Loan Ended
2021/08/25
Loan
2021/06/29
Loan Ended
2021/01/15
Loan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
2025
Matches
Games Played
13
Games Started
4
Minutes Per Game
380
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
14
Accurate Passes Per Game
166
Key Passes Per Game
14
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
3
Accurate Crosses Per Game
8
Success Dribbles Per Game
3
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
3
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
2
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
2
Be Fouled Per Game
4






