Active in J1 League

Kenta Itakura

Defender #17
Age 23 years
Nationality Japan
Market Value €1M

Career

No transfer history

Kenta Itakura operates as Mito HollyHock's gold-tier Engine. Making the leap from Tokyo International University into the professional ranks, the 24-year-old midfielder has seamlessly adapted to the relentless demands of the senior game. Bringing an unyielding motor and tactical discipline to the pitch, he dictates the tempo and provides crucial structural stability in the middle of the park. Though still building a comprehensive professional portfolio, his maturity off the ball suggests a player entirely comfortable with high-stakes football.

The underlying metrics validate his growing influence on the pitch. Accumulating 818 minutes of competitive action across nine appearances, he has earned recognition as a reliable SQUAD PLAYER who rarely puts a foot wrong. Hitting top form, his output has noticeably outpaced his base season ability. While his attacking return remains quiet without a goal or assist to his name, his standout Defense rating proves exactly where his true value lies. He anchors the midfield with authority, consistently breaking up opposition passing lanes and ensuring his defensive unit remains heavily protected against counter-attacks.

The broader market recognises this incredibly solid foundation. Valued at €1M with a clear upward trend, his reputation grows stronger with every passing fixture. As he continues to build his professional resume, his defensive tenacity and tactical awareness make him a highly watchable asset with enormous upside.

Player Rating

Kenta Itakura
44
Rating
65
hot streak
Form
⚡ Skills 48
🎯 Clutch 39
🎨 Style 47
📊 Ability 45
💰 High Premium
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Defender

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

Kenta Itakura is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Mito Hollyhock. Evidence: 9.0 Appearances.

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A developing player working on their overall game.

Physical profile: Young Talent.

Kenta Itakura Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Defenders

Height 46%
Weight 70%
Experience 11%

vs J1 League

Height 63%
Weight 75%
Experience 14%

Traits

WONDERKID

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 45 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 19 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 53 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 38 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 8 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 45
Shooting 19
Defense 53
Workrate 38
Passing 8
Key Strength 53 Defense
Area to Watch 8 Passing

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Kenta Itakura this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
May 16, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 0-1 Tokyo Verdy J1 League 94' 7.7 - - 39 Best Denki Stadium
May 09, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 1-4 Urawa J1 League 95' 6.0 - - 65 Best Denki Stadium
May 06, 2026 Kashima 3-0 Mito Hollyhock J1 League 96' 5.9 - - 46 Mercari Stadium
May 02, 2026 Yokohama F. Marinos 1-1 Mito Hollyhock J1 League 96' 6.3 - - 73 Nissan Stadium
Apr 29, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 2-2 Machida Zelvia J1 League 97' 6.7 - - 72 Best Denki Stadium
Apr 24, 2026 FC Tokyo 5-2 Mito Hollyhock J1 League 96' 5.9 - - 76 Ajinomoto Stadium
Apr 19, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 2-0 Kashiwa Reysol J1 League 95' 6.9 0 0 50 Best Denki Stadium
Apr 11, 2026 JEF United Chiba 1-1 Mito Hollyhock J1 League 83' 6.6 - - 75 Fukuda Denshi Arena
Apr 04, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 1-1 Kashima J1 League 90' 7.0 - 0 64 Best Denki Stadium
Mar 22, 2026 Kashiwa Reysol 3-0 Mito Hollyhock J1 League 90' 7.2 0 0 37 Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium
Mar 18, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 1-0 Yokohama F. Marinos J1 League 90' 7.5 0 0 19 Best Denki Stadium
Mar 14, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 1-1 FC Tokyo J1 League 90' 7.5 - 0 37 Best Denki Stadium
Mar 07, 2026 Urawa 2-0 Mito Hollyhock J1 League 90' 6.5 0 0 49 Saitama Stadium
Mar 01, 2026 Kawasaki Frontale 2-2 Mito Hollyhock J1 League 90' 6.5 - 0 86 Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium
Feb 22, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 1-1 JEF United Chiba J1 League 90' 7.2 - 0 60 Best Denki Stadium

Player Market Value

Track Kenta Itakura's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €600K
Peak Value €600K (Q4'25)
€600K €300K €0
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