Proof of what I've done in Germany
A title for Peter Tokyo!
MF 22 Keita ENDO
A special content introducing all the blue and red warriors challenging the 2024 season. What are the players, who are about to start the season, thinking and what determination do they have as they face the year? The stories of the players, who hold in their hearts their love for the club, their thirst for titles, their aspirations for success, and the roles they must fulfill──. For Keita ENDO, the four seasons in Germany were not as he had hoped. However, there is no doubt that everything he experienced there has become nourishment for him. The man who tasted victory in the J1 League with Yokohama F.Marinos has vowed to make a comeback in the blue and red uniform and has solidified his resolve to lead Tokyo to the top.
A dribbler who vows to make a comeback to the J-League after three and a half seasons has come to Tokyo with strong determination. Keita ENDO, who spent an unfortunate time in Germany, decided to return to Japan to prove his worth and strength.
The long-awaited overseas challenge did not end as I had envisioned. I spent four seasons across two clubs after crossing the sea, but I cannot say that I was able to showcase my talent. I spent more time in difficult times. I experienced the humiliation of being left out of the squad, something I had hardly encountered in Japan, and there were times when I felt lost. Nevertheless, I have pride in not forgetting to face myself and in doing what I could even in that situation.
"I didn't get to play much in the matches, and it was definitely a difficult time. However, I believe I did what I could during that period. Even when I was not part of the squad for home games, I went to the gym, had a training plan made for me, and worked on my fitness. I think I returned to the J-League to prove what I have accomplished in Germany, and I hope to show that on the pitch in the matches."
The 26-year-old, aiming for a comeback, has chosen Tokyo as his new home under the leadership of coach Peter CKLAMOVSKI, who has previously experienced winning the J1 League as both a coach and player with Yokohama F.Marinos, and is ready to soar once again.
"Tokyo made an offer with enthusiasm, and of course, Peter's presence was significant. We fought together at Yokohama FM, and I believe that in that sense, they had expectations for me when they made the offer."
I fully understand that what is important in demonstrating what kind of player I am is not words, but my performance. Therefore, I intentionally do not mention specific goals or numbers. The only thing I have clearly expressed in words is my desire for the league title, and that is all.
I am currently playing in Tokyo and only thinking about winning. I will play for that purpose.
Keita ENDO's "Chapter Two" in the blue and red uniform begins at the capital club.
Text by Daisuke Suga (El Golasso)
