According to Japanese media reports.
Bayern
Munich signs Stuttgart's Japanese center back
ITO YOKAI
, with an annual salary of 1 billion yen (about 5.9 million euros), a record for a Japanese player.
On the evening of June 13, Bayern officially announced the signing of Ito Yohui, with a contract term until 2028. According to previous reports, Bayern triggered the 30 million euro release clause in Ito Yohui's contract.
Yohki Ito joined Stuttgart on loan in 2021 and officially joined Stuttgart in the summer of 2022. The 25-year-old Japan international defender became a mainstay of Stuttgart's side and helped the team to an outstanding season as they finished runners-up to Bayern in the league.
Yohki Ito joins Bayern with an annual salary of 1 billion yen, about 5.9 million euros, an amount that sets a salary record for Japanese players. This move not only shows Bayern's recognition of Ito Yohui's strength, but also shows the importance they attach to the status of Japanese players in European football.
The signing of Yohki Ito will further strengthen Bayern's defense. Fans are looking forward to seeing his performance at the Bundesliga giants and hopefully he will continue to grow and achieve more in his new club environment. With the signing of Yohki Ito, Bayern's squad will be more complete and ready for next season's tournaments.
