RCD Mallorca has announced the departure of Takuma Asano, who joins Sanfrecce Hiroshima in Japan. The 31-year-old player returns to his home country after a decade in Europe.

What happened?

Takuma Asano played for RCD Mallorca for one season, but now seeks a new challenge in his home country.

The Japanese player had played for several teams in Germany, including Hannover 96, VfB Stuttgart, and VfL Bochum.

Why is it important for RCD Mallorca?

The departure of Takuma Asano is a blow to RCD Mallorca, which is currently 18th in La Liga with 42 points.

StatisticValue
League position18th
Points42
Goals scored47
Goals conceded57

What comes next?

RCD Mallorca will have to find a replacement for Takuma Asano in the transfer market.

The team has a goal difference of -10 and is 52 points behind leaders Barcelona.

The next season will be a challenge for RCD Mallorca, which will have to fight to avoid relegation.