Active in J1 League
Shuto Nakano
Midfielder #15
Age 25 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.
Shuto Nakano is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Sanfrecce Hiroshima. Evidence: 9.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Defense (71/100) but has room to grow in Shooting.
Physical profile: Tall For Position, Physically Strong.
Shuto Nakano Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 94%
Weight 99%
Experience 29%
vs J1 League
Height 67%
Weight 79%
Experience 26%
Traits
GIANT
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 63
Shooting 43
Defense 71
Workrate 47
Passing 46
Key Strength 71 Defense
Area to Watch 43 Shooting
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Shuto Nakano this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-0 V-varen Nagasaki | 35' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Shimizu S-pulse | 76' | 6.6 | - | 0 | 90 |
| Apr 05, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 0-1 Avispa Fukuoka | 45' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Vissel Kobe 2-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Mar 22, 2026 | Shimizu S-pulse 3-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 6.6 | 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' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-0 Johor Darul Takzim FC | 95' | 7.2 | 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 | 30' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Cerezo Osaka 1-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Feb 17, 2026 | FC Seoul 2-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 94' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Fagiano Okayama | 90' | 6.9 | - | 0 | 48 |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-1 Johor Darul Takzim FC | 90' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Feb 06, 2026 | V-varen Nagasaki 1-3 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 90' | 8.2 | 1 | 0 | 41 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Cerezo Osaka | 27 |
| Apr 29, 2026 | Avispa Fukuoka vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 67 |
| May 02, 2026 | Fagiano Okayama vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 49 |
| 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 Shuto Nakano's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €1.5M
Peak Value €1.5M (Q4'25)
€1.5M €750K €0
Q2'22 Q1'23 Q2'23 Q1'24 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q2'25 Q4'25
Shuto Nakano operates as a bronze-tier Sniper for his club. Having stepped up from university football to the professional ranks in 2023, he is steadily building his body of work. While his primary mandate revolves around attacking returns, his profile suggests a forward willing to execute the unseen tactical labor.
Nine appearances yielding 705 minutes on the pitch have solidified his status as a reliable SQUAD PLAYER. Though going through a quiet spell in front of goal, his underlying metrics reveal an unconventional profile for a traditional finisher. A striking Defense rating highlights his willingness to press from the front and disrupt opposition build-up play. He might be searching for attacking rhythm, but his commitment off the ball ensures he remains a vital tactical asset regardless of his scoring streak.
His overall valuation reflects this foundational utility. With a rising market value hitting the €2M mark, the wider consensus points toward a player whose off-the-ball industry and tactical reliability outstrip any temporary attacking lulls.