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Shinji Kagawa

Attacker #8
Age 37 years
Nationality Japan
Market Value €175K

Career

No transfer history

Shinji Kagawa operates as Cerezo Osaka's Platinum-tier Engine. Having returned to his boyhood club in 2023 after a glittering European career, the veteran midfielder has seamlessly transitioned from an explosive playmaker into a tireless, calculating presence in the middle of the park.

His underlying profile reveals a player who dictates the tempo, even while navigating a limited sample size of six appearances and 301 minutes on the pitch. Recognized with both MAGNET and CONDUCTOR credentials, Kagawa ensures the game consistently flows through him. Although he is searching for his attacking rhythm in the final third, his work off the ball remains exemplary. A standout Defense dimension tells the story of a seasoned professional whose positional intelligence and disciplined pressing outshine raw output.

While a modest market valuation reflects the twilight stage of his career, his true worth is measured in tactical reliability rather than transfer fees. He remains an invaluable structural asset and a guiding voice for the squad whenever called upon.

Player Rating

Shinji Kagawa
Attacker
Veteran engine commanding the midfield

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Shinji Kagawa Traits

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

vs Attackers

Height 26%
Weight 20%
Experience 98%

vs J1 League

Height 33%
Weight 25%
Experience 97%

Traits

VETERAN

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 55 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 0 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 48 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 45 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 66 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 55
Shooting 0
Defense 48
Workrate 45
Passing 66
Key Strength 66 Passing
Area to Watch 0 Shooting

Match Stats

Recent appearances across all competitions

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Oct 17, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 2-4 Kawasaki Frontale J1 League 14' 5.8 0 0 92 Yanmar Hanasaka Stadium
Oct 10, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 0-0 Yokohama F. Marinos J1 League 18' 6.6 0 0 32 Yanmar Hanasaka Stadium
Sep 12, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 6-1 Cerezo Osaka J1 League 27' 6.4 0 1 82 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Sep 06, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 0-0 Tokyo Verdy J1 League 5' 6.0 0 0 20 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
Sep 02, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 2-0 Kashiwa Reysol J1 League 56' 6.8 0 0 53 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
Aug 29, 2026 Vissel Kobe 1-0 Cerezo Osaka J1 League 9' 6.3 0 0 46 Noevir Stadium
Aug 22, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 1-0 Shimizu S-pulse J1 League 34' 6.7 0 0 10 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
Aug 15, 2026 Avispa Fukuoka 3-0 Cerezo Osaka J1 League 60' 6.6 0 0 31 Best Denki Stadium
Aug 08, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 2-1 Fagiano Okayama J1 League 58' 6.6 0 1 47 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
Jun 06, 2026 FC Tokyo 1-3 Cerezo Osaka J1 League 67' 7.2 0 0 84 Ajinomoto Stadium
May 30, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 2-2 FC Tokyo J1 League 25' 7.2 0 1 73 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
May 24, 2026 Fagiano Okayama 2-3 Cerezo Osaka J1 League 0' - 0 0 100 City Light Stadium
May 17, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 6-1 Nagoya Grampus J1 League 10' 6.3 0 0 93 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
May 09, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 3-2 V-varen Nagasaki J1 League 15' 7.3 1 0 95 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
May 06, 2026 Shimizu S-pulse 1-1 Cerezo Osaka J1 League 76' 6.6 0 0 51 IAI Stadium Nihondaira
May 03, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 1-1 Avispa Fukuoka J1 League 23' 7.2 0 0 70 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
Apr 29, 2026 Vissel Kobe 0-0 Cerezo Osaka J1 League 95' 7.3 0 0 17 Noevir Stadium
Apr 25, 2026 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-1 Cerezo Osaka J1 League 23' 6.2 0 0 70 Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima
Apr 18, 2026 Cerezo Osaka 3-0 Kyoto Sanga J1 League 2' - 0 0 40 Yodoko Sakura Stadium
Apr 11, 2026 Gamba Osaka 0-1 Cerezo Osaka J1 League 28' 6.6 0 0 83 Panasonic Stadium Suita

Player Market Value

Track Shinji Kagawa's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €175K
Peak Value €22.0M (Q2'12)
€22.0M €11.0M €0
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