M. Nakajima — season analysis
Motohiko Nakajima (Japan) gives Cerezo Osaka (J1 League) another option up front in 2025/26, mixing finishing with link-up play.
His ledger reads 5 goals plus 2 assists from 36 matches, 7 direct contributions in all. That comes across 2,283 minutes on the pitch, or 0.2 goals per 90 minutes and 0.28 goal involvements per 90. He has started 25 of those matches.
He has attempted 51 shots (55% finding the frame) and converts 10% of them. He creates chances too, with 28 key passes. In one-on-ones he completes 38% of his dribbles.
He wins 48% of his duels. Disciplinary record this season: 1 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 7.3, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.
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