Takashi Usami Club: Gamba Osaka Position: Attacking Midfielder/Striker Age: 18

An 18 year-old enfant terrible who has attracted the attention of Bayern Munich, Usami was named the J-League’s best young player last season and has a bright future ahead of him. An adept dribbler and passer, he will give another dimension to Gamba Osaka’s attack as they look to recapture the trophy that they won back in 2008.