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Tottenham Hotspur sends defender Kota Takai on loan to Sint-Truidense VV

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Tottenham Hotspur sends defender Kota Takai on loan to Sint-Truidense VV

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Tottenham Hotspur confirmed the loan departure of Japan international Kota Takai to Sint-Truidense VV in the Belgian Pro League. The agreement covers the remainder of the 2026/27 season. Takai previously spent time on loan at Borussia Monchengladbach, where he made eight appearances for the Bundesliga club. His time in England was impacted by injury issues and limited playing time under Roberto De Zerbi. The defender will now seek consistent minutes at a club with a significant Japanese player presence. This move follows a preseason period where competition for defensive spots increased, including performance from academy product Malachi Hardy.

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•Kota Takai joins Sint-Truidense VV on loan for the rest of the 2026/27 season.
•The defender made eight appearances during a previous loan at Borussia Monchengladbach.
•Injuries and competition for playing time limited Takai’s opportunities at Tottenham Hotspur.
•Sint-Truidense VV features a strong Japanese player presence.

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