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JapanJapanFounded 1938
Gonçalo Paciência
Free
Celta de VigoCelta de Vigo
Sanfrecce HiroshimaSanfrecce Hiroshima
Hayao Kawabe
Hayao Kawabe
Aug 02, 2024
€3,500,000
Standard LiègeStandard Liège
Sanfrecce HiroshimaSanfrecce Hiroshima
N. Ben Khalifa
N. Ben Khalifa
Apr 25, 2022
Free
TBCTBC
Sanfrecce HiroshimaSanfrecce Hiroshima
Tsukasa Shiotani
Tsukasa Shiotani
Oct 01, 2021
Free
TBCTBC
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Transfer Analysis

A comprehensive look at Sanfrecce Hiroshima's transfer activity over the past decade.

Transfer Activity

How active has Sanfrecce Hiroshima been in the transfer market over the past decade?

Sanfrecce Hiroshima has been moderately active in the transfer market, completing 15 transfers over the past 4 seasons. This includes 4 incoming moves and 11 departures. The most active season was 2024/25 with 8 transactions, while 2023/24 saw just 2.

Transfer Spending

A breakdown of investment and sales revenue across each season.

Over the past decade, Sanfrecce Hiroshima has invested a total of €3.5M in incoming transfers while recouping €1.0M from player sales. This results in a net spend of €2.5M, making the club a balanced in the market. The club's biggest spending season was 2024/25 with €3.5M invested, while 2025/26 generated the most revenue at €1.0M.

Transfer Window Patterns

When does Sanfrecce Hiroshima prefer to do their business?

Sanfrecce Hiroshima is conducting almost all business in summer. The summer window accounts for 87% of all transfer activity (13 moves), compared to 13% in January (2 moves). Summer spending totals €3.5M vs €0 in winter windows.

Net Spend Evolution

Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.

The cumulative net spend chart tracks Sanfrecce Hiroshima's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative spend of €2.5M. The balance between spending and sales has remained relatively stable.

Positions Targeted

Which areas of the squad has Sanfrecce Hiroshima invested in?

Sanfrecce Hiroshima's recruitment has been heavily focused on attacker recruitment, with Attackers representing 50% of incoming transfers (2 signings). Defender arrivals account for another 25% (1 players).

Positions Sold From

Where has Sanfrecce Hiroshima seen the most outgoing activity?

The club has seen most departures from Midfielder positions (45%, 5 players), followed by Attackers at 36% (4 players). While recruitment has focused on attackers, departures have predominantly been midfielders, indicating a deliberate shift in squad composition.

Biggest Signings

The most expensive players to arrive at Sanfrecce Hiroshima.

The most significant investment was Hayao Kawabe for €3.5M, arriving from Standard Liège in 2024.. The total spent on these top signings represents 100% of all incoming transfer fees.

Biggest Sales

The highest fees received for departing players.

Sanfrecce Hiroshima's record sale is Satoshi Tanaka for €1.0M to Fortuna Düsseldorf in 2026. Limited major sales suggest the club has retained most of its key assets.

Fee Breakdown

How does Sanfrecce Hiroshima's spending distribute across price brackets?

The majority of Sanfrecce Hiroshima's incoming business (75%) has been Free transfers. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.

Signing Age Profile

What age groups has Sanfrecce Hiroshima targeted in recruitment?

Sanfrecce Hiroshima has focused on 30+ signings, with 75% of arrivals in this age bracket. Only 75% of signings were 30 or older. This indicates a willingness to sign experienced players for immediate impact.

Free Transfers

How much value has Sanfrecce Hiroshima found in the free agent market?

Free transfers have accounted for 75% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Gonçalo Paciência, N. Ben Khalifa, Tsukasa Shiotani. In total, Sanfrecce Hiroshima has brought in 3 players without a transfer fee.

Loan Movements

How has Sanfrecce Hiroshima utilized the loan market?

Sanfrecce Hiroshima has utilized the loan market extensively, primarily to develop young players elsewhere, sending out 11 players and bringing in 3 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2024/25 with 7 moves.