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FC St. Pauli Bolsters Midfield with Japan International Joel Chima Fujita

Fresh from Belgian top-flight experience as well as J-League title success, the 23-year-old arrives to reinforce a midfield weakened by recent departures.

Andreas Bornemann begrüßt Joel Chima Fujita beim FC St. Pauli.
Joel Chima Fujita wechselt zum FC St. Pauli
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Overview

  • FC St. Pauli reached agreement to sign Fujita from VV St. Truiden with fee terms kept confidential under club policy.
  • The versatile midfielder, capable of operating at both No. 6 and No. 8, is noted for his technical skill and defensive awareness.
  • Fujita previously won the J1 League title and Supercup with Yokohama F. Marinos before moving to Belgium in 2023 and has earned three caps for the Japanese national team.
  • Sports director Andreas Bornemann praised his game intelligence, dynamism and defensive presence while coach Alexander Blessin highlighted his courage and spatial sense.
  • Fujita said he was drawn by St. Pauli’s strong reputation and believes conversations with the sporting leadership will help him contribute to the club’s success.