Ryō Hatsuse


Ryo Hatsuse is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a left back for Gamba Osaka.

Club career

Gamba Osaka

Hatsuse was part of the Gamba Osaka team as a type 2 player, and made his debut for the club in a Panasonic Cup match against Nagoya Grampus. He made his J1 league debut against Ventforet Kofu on 6 March 2016. Hatsuse scored his first goal for the club in the Emperor's Cup against Verspah Oita on 22 June 2017. He assisted Shun Nagasawa's goal against Vegalta Sendai on 29 October 2017, making it his fourth assist in four consecutive league matches.

Vissel Kobe

On 17 December 2018, Hatsuse joined Vissel Kobe. He scored his first goal for the club on 1 February 2019 in a pre season friendly against Los Angeles FC, scoring a direct free kick in the 81st minute. During the 2023 season, he would play 33 times in the league, as Vissel Kobe would go on to win the 2023 J1 League.
During the 2024 season, he would play 25 times in the league, as Vissel Kobe would go on to win the 2024 J1 League.

Loan to Avispa Fukuoka

On 5 September 2019, Hatsuse joined Avispa Fukuoka on loan.

Sheffield Wednesday

On 6 February 2025, Hatsuse joined EFL Championship side Sheffield Wednesday on a free transfer. He made his debut in a 4–0 defeat to Burnley coming off the bench on 21 February 2025. He was released from his contract following the end of the 2024–25 season.

Return to Gamba Osaka

On 13 August 2025, Hatsuse rejoined Gamba Osaka.

International career

In May 2017, Hatsuse was called up to the Japan under-20 national team for 2017 U-20 World Cup. At this tournament, he played two matches as a right-back. He was called up to the senior team as part of their squad at the 2017 EAFF E-1 Football Championship.

Honours

Gamba Osaka
Vissel Kobe