We are pleased to announce that Yuta ARAI (Shōhei High School), who is confirmed to join for the 2023 season, has been approved today as a "2022 JFA/J.League Special Designated Player" by the Japan Football Association. His jersey number will be 48.


Profile of Yuta ARAI

□Position: MF

□Date of Birth: June 13, 2004

□Hometown: Saitama.S

□Height/Weight: 174cm/70kg

□Blood Type: A

□Career
2012-2017.3 FC Shiraoka Minami
April 2017 - March 2020 FC LAVIDA
2020.4- Shohei High School

□Representative History
2021 U-17 Japan national team candidate, 2021 Japan High School Selection

□Appeal Points
An attacking MF with a combination of physical strength and skill. Creates opportunities with sharp dribbling and adds variation to the attack.

□Player Yuta ARAI Comment
"I have been designated as a special player for this season. I am Yuta ARAI from Shohei High School, who is confirmed to join in the 2023 season. First, I will work hard in daily practice to be able to play in matches. I will do my best to contribute to FC Tokyo's title acquisition. Thank you for your support."