Kashima Antlers announced on 9 July that they have reached agreement with Primeira Liga side Portimonense for the transfer of defender Koki Anzai. A formal contract will be made once the medical is complete.

Anzai joined Kashima from Tokyo Verdy in 2018. The 24-year-old offensive-minded full-back made his international debut against Colombia in a friendly in March 2019. While he is out injured at the moment, he has made 15 league appearances for Kashima so far this season.

Portimonense had been home to Japan internationals Shoya Nakajima and Mu Kanazaki. Should the transfer go ahead, he will join compatriot Shuichi Gonda at the club.

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