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Japanese forward Nakamura completes move to Lyon from Reims
Keito Nakamura has transferred to Ligue 1 side Lyon after three seasons with Reims, which dropped to the second tier following relegation last year.
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The Japanese forward has penned a deal with Lyon, capping his stint at Reims where he made a significant impact during his time in France's top flight.
Nakamura spent three campaigns with the Champagne-based club, featuring in Ligue 1 for two of those seasons before Reims' relegation in 2025. The move represents a step up in the player's career as he joins an established Lyon side competing at the highest level of French football.
The transfer marks another chapter in the development of Japanese talent within European football, with Nakamura seeking to establish himself in Ligue 1 competition. Lyon's acquisition of the forward strengthens their attacking options heading into the new campaign.
Details of the transfer terms were not immediately disclosed, though the club has confirmed the completion of the deal.