Rento Takaoka
Rento Takaoka attacks space with sharp runs and finishes. Rento Takaoka starred for Japan at the 2023 AFC U-17 Asian Cup, scoring against Australia. He joins the fight with pace. That year he earned the Balcom BMW Cup MVP. A pre-contract with Southampton in June 2024 led to a senior loan to Valenciennes in August 2025. At Valenciennes, Takaoka has 3 goals in 13 appearances, showing runs beyond the line and finishing moves. He also represented Japan U-20 at the 2025 World Cup, contributing an assist. Rento Takaoka presses high, attacks the back post, and links play with rapid one-touch layoffs.
Xtra rating
1340
Global rank
65357
Updated: 4 September 2026
Country of Birth
Japan
Preferred Foot
N/A
Agent
N/A
Latest Signing Fee
N/A
Date of Birth
12 March 2007
Position
Attacker
Shoes
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Wage
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Season snapshot
Overall season statistics (all competitions).
| Season | Matches | Minutes | Goals | Assists | G/90 | A/90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 77 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 3 | 163 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.55 |
| 2023 | 9 | 334 | 5 | 0 | 1.35 | 0 |
Form - Last 10 games
Strengths Analysis --
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Xtra rating history
Last rating points (most recent matches).
Recent Matches
Challenger Pro League
World Cup - U20
Teams
Transfers
12 Mar 2025
Free Transfer
Tegevajaro Miyazaki
Southampton
Honors
No honors recorded for this player.