LA Galaxy transfer Miki Yamane to Japanese club
By Cal MeachemTRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: TransferLA Galaxy have transferred defender Miki Yamane to Japanese top-flight side Urawa Red Diamonds, the club announced Sunday.Yamane spent the last three sea...
LA Galaxy have transferred defender Miki Yamane to Japanese top-flight club Urawa Red Diamonds, the club announced on Sunday. Yamane spent three seasons with LA Galaxy, initially joining from Kawasaki Frontale. He made 99 appearances for the Galaxy in all competitions, contributing one goal and 13 assists. In 2024, he helped the team win its sixth MLS Cup presented by Audi title, featuring in 38 games overall.
Yamane has been praised by LA Galaxy's general manager Will Kuntz for his integral role in the 2024 championship run and his exemplary behavior both on and off the field throughout his tenure. The 32-year-old returns to his home nation, where he played the majority of his professional career, amassing 290 total appearances. Currently, LA Galaxy are 13th in the Western Conference, with 22 points from 20 matches.
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