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Holstein Kiel signs Niko Takahashi on loan from Cerezo Osaka

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 3:06 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Holstein Kiel signs Niko Takahashi on loan from Cerezo Osaka

Summary

Holstein Kiel has secured the signing of Niko Takahashi from Cerezo Osaka on an initial loan deal. The move comes shortly after Kiel's 2-2 draw against Darmstadt in the 2. Bundesliga season opener, where coach Tim Walter expressed frustration over conceding a two-goal lead. Takahashi, a Spanish-born Japanese youth international, previously trained at La Masia and played for Almere City FC. He is set to enhance Kiel's defensive options, with the contract including an option to buy at the end of the season.

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By the Numbers

•Niko Takahashi joins Holstein Kiel on a loan deal from Cerezo Osaka.
•Kiel drew 2-2 against Darmstadt in their last match.
•Takahashi previously trained at FC Barcelona's La Masia.
•He played against Borussia Dortmund in preseason with Cerezo Osaka.
•Kiel has an option to make Takahashi's move permanent.

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3:06 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Holstein Kiel sign former La Masia defender Niko Takahashi

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Holstein Kiel completed their next signing days after opening their 2. Bundesliga season with a 2-2 draw at Darmstadt. Tim Walter was furious after the final whistle after they squandered a two-goal l...
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