Fujimoto joins Birmingham City; contract runs until 2028

Kanya Fujimoto has officially left Gil Vicente and signed with Birmingham City, a second-division English club. The Japanese midfielder's contract extends until 2028. Fujimoto, whose contract with Gil Vicente expired, will now play for Birmingham. The 26-year-old midfielder previously played for Gil Vicente for five seasons, scoring 15 goals and providing 22 assists in 181 games. This move marks Fujimoto's third professional club, following his time with Tokyo Verdy and Gil Vicente. Birmingham confirmed the signing with a statement.