We would like to inform you that, by mutual agreement, the contract with Mr. Hiroyuki ABE, who is a member of our club's strengthening department, has been terminated due to the expiration of the contract.
We would also like to inform you that Mr. Abe has been appointed as the President and CEO of INAC Football Club Co., Ltd., effective June 15th.

Profile of Hiroyuki Hiroyuki ABE
■Date of birth: July 5, 1989
■Place of origin: Nara Prefecture
■ Player Career
Osaka Toin High School ⇒ Kwansei Gakuin University ⇒ GAMBA OSAKA ⇒ Kawasaki Frontale ⇒ Nagoya Grampus ⇒ Shonan Bellmare

■Comment from the person in question
"I have decided to leave GAMBA OSAKA and, through a fortunate connection, will be taking on the President and CEO of INAC Kobe in the WE League."

After retiring from professional football, I was given the opportunity to return to Gamba, where I had many new encounters, learned new things, and gained a wealth of experience.
I received warm words of encouragement from the fans and supporters, and I had very enjoyable and fulfilling days. Hearing the Gamba cheers at Panasonic Stadium Suita for the first time in about 10 years was very exhilarating and made me realize how great Gamba is!
Leaving Gamba Osaka is very sad, but I want to take on new challenges to further my own growth and to help liven up the world of soccer.
I will continue to support Gamba, and since I live nearby, I would like to go to Panasonic Stadium Suita again to cheer them on. I am looking forward to their 11th title next year!!!

It was a short time, but thank you so much to everyone involved with GAMBA OSAKA!