FC St. Pauli welcomes Japanese talent: Joel Chima Fujita in a team!

FC St. Pauli welcomes Japanese talent: Joel Chima Fujita in a team!

St Pauli, Deutschland - A fresh wind blows at FC St. Pauli! With Joel Chima Fujita, the club has signed a new midfielder who not only comes from Japan, but should also bring fresh vigor into the team. As Millernton , the 23-year-old Fujita is considered a clear starting player and has already shown his skills at various clubs in Japan and Belgium

Fujita was born on February 16, 2002 in Tokyo and started his football career at Machida Okura FC at the age of six. His move to Tokyo Verdy at the age of twelve was a crucial step that finally led him to the professional league. At the age of 17 he made his debut in the J2 League and has continuously developed since then.

successful stations and international operations

In the 2020 season, Fujita delivered his best performance to date when he ran for his team in 34 out of 42 games and contributed 3 goals and 4 templates. His move to Tokushima Vortis in the 2021 season made him a player that many clubs had in mind. Here he came to 31 missions and played in the J-League, among other things, before moving to Yokohama F. Marinos, where he was able to win the championship and Supercup.

Finally, Fujita was active at the Belgian first division club VV St. Truid, where he played 27 games in the Jupiler Pro League last season. A change that could pay off because St. Pauli sees him a player who can help immediately. Sports director Andreas Bornemann emphasizes that Fujita has a successful mix of footballing intelligence, dynamics and defensive presence.

captain on an international stage

fujita is not only active in his clubs, but also internationally. He led the Japanese U23 as a captain at the 2024 Olympics and has already played 3 caps for the Japanese national team. He not only showed himself as a talented player, but also as an important part of the future of the Japanese football nation, which has been regularly participating in World Championships since 1998.

Japan has a moving football story, starting with her first international match in 1917 to the numerous participations in international tournaments, where you have repeatedly proven that you can play in football. As for Fujita and the Japanese national team, he strives to participate in the 2026 World Cup.

at St. Pauli, Fujita would now like to prove himself and make the team better. With a body size of 1.75 m and a play style that is characterized by uncompromising duel and high -class defectivation, he will certainly provide a breath of fresh air on the square. It remains to be seen how this promising commitment will develop and whether he can leave the competition there in his position.