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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Sharp over the first steps, suited to a small, mobile forward. (conf 0.3)
Quick enough, but no sprint-speed claim is documented. (conf 0.28)
Small, nimble forward who turns quickly in tight spaces. (conf 0.3)
No concerns reported; still adapting to senior workload. (conf 0.26)
Control
Technically gifted, as described in profiles of his youth career. (conf 0.28)
Quick feet and close control typical of his generation of Japanese forwards. (conf 0.28)
At about 1.71 m he is not a strong hold-up forward. (conf 0.26)
Clean finishing technique shown for Japan's youth teams. (conf 0.28)
Distribution
Combines well in tight spaces; not primarily a passer. (conf 0.26)
Rarely needed to pass long as a striker. (conf 0.22)
Central forward with little crossing role. (conf 0.22)
Some creativity, but his value lies in finishing. (conf 0.24)
Chance threat
Top scorer at the 2023 AFC U-17 Asian Cup; senior goals still limited. (conf 0.3)
Tactical awareness praised from his youth career. (conf 0.26)
Good movement to find space in the box, according to youth coverage. (conf 0.28)
No dead-ball record or free-kick role documented. (conf 0.22)
Duels
Small frame limits his threat in aerial duels. (conf 0.26)
Slight build; physical senior duels are still a test. (conf 0.26)
Defense
Young forward expected to press, without detailed data. (conf 0.24)
Attacker with little defensive involvement. (conf 0.24)
Forward with no notable defensive positioning demand. (conf 0.22)
Mental
Composed in big youth tournaments, including knockout games. (conf 0.26)
Smart tactical sense noted, with limited senior evidence. (conf 0.26)
No reported effort issues; limited senior sample. (conf 0.24)
Resilience
No injury record found; neutral baseline. (conf 0.2)
Outlook
Twenty-year-old Japan youth star named among top young talents. (conf 0.35)
Youth honours and Gamba Osaka debut, but few senior minutes so far. (conf 0.3)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Gaku Nawata is a Japanese striker born in Miyazaki who is technically gifted and clinical in front of goal. A product of Kamimura Gakuen, he joined Gamba Osaka before the 2025 season and now moves to Charleroi on loan with a buy option. He rose to prominence with Japan's youth teams, being named Player of the Tournament at the 2023 AFC U-17 Asian Cup. Small at about 1.71 m, he relies on movement, quick feet and finishing rather than physical presence.
Won the 2023 AFC U-17 Asian Cup with Japan and was named the tournament's best player.
Signed for Gamba Osaka in December 2024 straight from high school.