Yuya Kubo to return to Belgium after loan season with Nurnberg

Gent technical director Michel Louwagie has confirmed that forward Yuya Kubo, who spent the season on loan at FC Nurnberg, will be returning to the Belgian club.

In an interview with Belgian newspaper Het Laatste Nieuws, Louwagie said, “We have already decided on one signing,” and continued, “Yuya Kubo is coming back to Gent from Nurnberg. We’ve already reached an agreement with his agent.”

Kubo made a total of 22 appearances and scored one goal in his one season with relegated Nurnberg, but Louwagie was quick to point out the Japanese’s ability. “Let’s not forget that he scored 17 goals in 18 months with Gent. He may work better in a two-man attack.”

Kubo is contracted to Gent until 2021.

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