Maya Yoshida is a centre back of Southampton. He was born on 24 August 1988 in Nagasaki, Japan.
At the beginning of his football career, Yoshida performed as a defensive midfielder for Nagoya Grampus, but changed his position to the centre back after joining the main team.
In 2008 Maya was offered to play for the Japan national team at the 2008 Olympics. His first goal for Nagoya Grampus came in March 2009 in the game against Ulsan Hyundai.
In December 2009, Yoshida penned a contract with Dutch side VVV-Venlo. The footballer made 54 appearances and netted five goals for the club during two seasons.
In August 2012, the footballer moved to English side Southampton.
Maya’s début for the Japan national team came in January 2010 in the match against Yemen in the Asian Cup qualification.
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