New Samurai Blue Yuta Nakayama to impress at Kirin Cup & Copa America

The Japan football association announced two national squads for the Kirin Challenge Cup and Copa America on 23 and 24 May respectively. Yuta Nakayama is among a rare few selected to represent Japan in both international assignments.

The 22 year-old, who plays for Eredivisie side PEC Zwolle, is a key member of the Tokyo Olympics team. For the Kirin Cup, he is registered as a defender, and for Copa America, he is listed as a midfielder.

“I think I play best as a defensive midfielder, but I will do my all I can in the positions I’m given,” said Nakayama, as he looks to make an impression with his versatility.

Nakayama moved from Kashiwa Reysol to join Zwolle in Holland in January, and has played four league matches this season.

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