NEWS
Notice of loan transfer of Kai Shibato to FC Machida Zelvia
We would like to inform you that Kai Shibato (28 years old) will be transferring to FC Machida Zelvia for a limited period of time.
The deadline transfer period is from February 1, 2024 to January 31, 2025.
[Player name] Kai Shibato Kai
[Date of birth] Born on November 24, 1995 (28 years old)
[Birthplace] Kanagawa Prefecture
[Position] MF
[Height/Weight] 180cm/70kg
[Soccer history] Ibukino FC Helios → Machida JFC → Municipal Funabashi High School → Meiji University → Urawa Reds
[Participation record]
![](https://www.urawa-reds.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/shibato_1.png)
[Player comments]
“To all Urawa Reds fans and supporters, the club, and everyone involved with Urawa Reds.
I have decided to transfer to FC Machida Zelvia on a loan basis.
First of all, I would like to apologize for not being able to meet your expectations.
Over the past six years, I have been truly supported by the strongest fans and supporters in the world, and I have received a lot of strength from them.
Being able to fight alongside everyone is the pride of my soccer career, and I will never forget it.
We will grow so that we can fight together again.
I'm going"
*During the loan transfer period, Kai Shibato will not be able to participate in any official games against Urawa Reds.
The deadline transfer period is from February 1, 2024 to January 31, 2025.
[Player name] Kai Shibato Kai
[Date of birth] Born on November 24, 1995 (28 years old)
[Birthplace] Kanagawa Prefecture
[Position] MF
[Height/Weight] 180cm/70kg
[Soccer history] Ibukino FC Helios → Machida JFC → Municipal Funabashi High School → Meiji University → Urawa Reds
[Participation record]
![](https://www.urawa-reds.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/shibato_1.png)
[Player comments]
“To all Urawa Reds fans and supporters, the club, and everyone involved with Urawa Reds.
I have decided to transfer to FC Machida Zelvia on a loan basis.
First of all, I would like to apologize for not being able to meet your expectations.
Over the past six years, I have been truly supported by the strongest fans and supporters in the world, and I have received a lot of strength from them.
Being able to fight alongside everyone is the pride of my soccer career, and I will never forget it.
We will grow so that we can fight together again.
I'm going"
*During the loan transfer period, Kai Shibato will not be able to participate in any official games against Urawa Reds.