We are pleased to announce that we have signed a provisional professional contract with Araki Rui , currently a member of the GAMBA OSAKA Youth Team.

Profile of Araki Araki Rui
■ Date of birth: 2007.10.14 (17 years old)
■Birthplace: Mie Prefecture
■ Position: GK
Height/Weight: 194cm/85kg
■ Dominant foot: Right
■ Team history: Ise MTK.FC ⇒ GAMBA OSAKA Junior Youth ⇒ GAMBA OSAKA Youth (currently enrolled)
■ Comment from the artist
"After graduating from elementary school, I left my parents' home and worked hard to become a professional at Gamba Academy. I owe it all to my family, coaches, friends, and everyone who supported me to get to where I am today.
From now on, the battle will be tougher than ever, but I will do my best to become a player who can contribute to GAMBA OSAKA's victory as soon as possible. Please support me."

* Araki Rui will remain a member of GAMBA OSAKA Youth next season and will take part in training with the professional team as a Type 2 registered player eligible to play in official J.LEAGUE matches.