Takumi Minamino hit the media headlines in December 2019 after the English giant Liverpool agreed to sign him in January transfer, 2020. The English club agreed to sign the young Japanese star with the advocacy of Jordan Henderson and James Milner.
Liverpool played the Champions League game 2nd leg against Red Bull Salzburg on 1 December 2019 and won by 4-3.
Takumi Minamino Brief Bio
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Date Of Birth: 1995 Birthday: 16 January |
Nationality: Japanese |
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Birth Place: Osaka, Japan |
Ethnicity: Asian |
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Age: 25-Year-Old |
Height: 5 feet and 8½ inches tall |
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Occupation: Football Player |
Weight: 150 lbs |
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Transfer Status: Red Bull Salzburg To Liverpool (Transferred) |
Transfer Rate: £7.25 million |
Takumi's Way To Liverpool: Contract And Salary
Takumi Minamino, who has been playing from the Japanese J-League, joined the English Premier League's giant, Liverpool. Liverpool signed the Japanese football star from Red Bull Salzburg on 19 December 2020 for £7.25 million. Besides, his current market value is $14.25 million.
Several sources have claimed that two of the Liverpool stars, James Milner and Jordan Henderson, advocated for the signing of the young Japanese player stating that they battled hard against at the Red Bull Arena on the 10th of December 2019. However, the manager of the club, Jorgen Klopp, remained silent despite praising him as a good player.
Takumi Minamino against the Liverpool game (©: Associated Press)
During the match, Takumi scored a goal and had an assist even though they lost by 4-3 defeat at Anfield. Also, Red Bull Salzburg lost by 2-0 on 10 December 2019; however, Takumi was able to catch the attention of the Liverpool players.
His Entrance At Anfield Could Change Liverpool's Formation
Liverpool has signed the Japanese football star Takumi Minamino.
Concerning the transfer of Takumi, it is speculated that Liverpool's line-up will change for good. Sports reports claim that Takumi is suitable to play at any position in forward and is said to allow the rest to the Brazilian forward, Roberto Firmino.
Takumi Minamino with Liverpool jersey (©: Twitter/Selección Japón)
Although the signing of Takumi will lessen the workload to Firmino, it will affect on Salah. Salah could be shifted to center forward as the line-up is expected to change from 4-3-3 changes into a 4-2-3-1.
Takumi MinaMino's Fifa 20 Stats
Takumi's stats in Fifa 20 marks commendable specialties. His attacking skills mark the ratio of 66 out of 100 in acceleration and finishing skills of 75. Similarly, dribbling skills features 82 with the acceleration of 90 and sprint speed of 88.
Moreover, he has a stamina level of 83 with jumping and shot power of 76 and 71, respectively, in Fifa 20.
Facts About Takumi MinaMino
Here are some facts about the 25-year-old Japanese football hunk, Takumi Minamino:
- Takumi Minamino is the player with the highest assists in the 2019/20 season's Champions League. He has assisted three Champions League goals from open play this season.
- The Japanese beast was the target of great clubs, including Manchester United since 2013, due to his elite performances in the Champions League. However, the media has reported that Takumi will be officially getting into Anfield after the transfers windows open in January.
- He has scored a goal in every Champions League of the 2019/2020 season.
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