Active in J1 League
Hayato Araki
Defender #4
Age 29 years
Nationality Japan
Market Value €2M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Hayato Araki is a exceptional INTERCEPTOR for Sanfrecce Hiroshima. Evidence: 2.5 Interceptions/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Defense (78/100) but has room to grow in Passing.
Hayato Araki Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 83%
Weight 63%
Experience 58%
vs J1 League
Height 85%
Weight 72%
Experience 60%
Traits
PRIME
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 25
Shooting 75
Defense 78
Workrate 70
Passing 10
Key Strength 78 Defense
Area to Watch 10 Passing
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Hayato Araki this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-1 Cerezo Osaka | 101' | 7.2 | - | - | 70 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-0 V-varen Nagasaki | 96' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Shimizu S-pulse | 90' | 7.0 | - | 0 | 90 |
| Apr 05, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 0-1 Avispa Fukuoka | 90' | 8.5 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Vissel Kobe 2-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Mar 22, 2026 | Shimizu S-pulse 3-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Nagoya Grampus 2-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-0 Gamba Osaka | 90' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-0 Johor Darul Takzim FC | 95' | 7.7 | 0 | 0 | 64 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Johor Darul Takzim FC 3-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 97' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-2 Kyoto Sanga | 90' | 7.9 | 1 | 0 | 76 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Cerezo Osaka 1-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Feb 17, 2026 | FC Seoul 2-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 45' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Fagiano Okayama | ' | - | - | - | 48 |
| Dec 10, 2025 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-0 Shanghai Shenhua | 90' | 8.2 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2026 | Avispa Fukuoka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 77 |
| May 02, 2026 | Fagiano Okayama vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 62 |
| May 06, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Vissel Kobe | 70 |
| May 10, 2026 | Gamba Osaka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 66 |
| May 17, 2026 | Kyoto Sanga vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 70 |
| May 23, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Nagoya Grampus | 66 |
Player Market Value
Track Hayato Araki's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €1.8M
Peak Value €1.8M (Q4'25)
€1.8M €900K €0
Q1'19 Q2'19 Q4'19 Q2'20 Q1'21 Q2'21 Q1'22 Q2'22 Q1'23 Q2'23 Q1'24 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q2'25 Q4'25
Hayato Araki is Sanfrecce Hiroshima's Platinum Engine. A cornerstone since arriving from Kansai University in 2019, he represents the team's relentless heartbeat. Seven years into his professional tenure, his commitment remains absolute. Our verdict: he dictates the pure grit and stamina of the squad.
His season footprint reveals an established defensive force. With over 600 hard-fought minutes across seven appearances, he continuously anchors the midfield battles. A commanding Defense dimension defines his game. He reads play beautifully, securing his gold-tier INTERCEPTOR badge by consistently shutting down opposition passing lanes. While his offensive contributions are going through a quiet spell—evidenced by a lack of recent goal involvements—his defensive disruption never stops. He brings the reliable motor that allows others on the pitch to shine.
Valued at a stable €2M, his market worth perfectly aligns with his steady profile. Experience and defensive reliability make him a vital asset, providing the tactical foundation his team constantly requires to stay balanced.