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Galaxy transfer D Miki Yamane to Japanese club

By Thomson Reuters Aug 17, 2026 | 11:10 AM

The Los Angeles Galaxy announced the transfer of defender Miki Yamane to ​Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds ‌on Sunday night.

Yamane, 32, joined the Galaxy from J1 League side Kawasaki Frontale in 2024 and ‌helped ​the team claim ⁠its record sixth ⁠MLS Cup championship that season.

“He played an integral role in our 2024 MLS Cup ​championship run and has represented the Galaxy with ⁠tremendous class both ⁠on and off the ​field throughout his time with ​the club,” general manager Will ‌Kuntz said. “We are grateful for everything Miki has given to the Galaxy and wish ⁠him and his family all the best as he begins this ⁠next ‌chapter of his career ⁠back in Japan.”

The Japanese ​international ‌appeared in 99 matches ​across ⁠all competitions, contributing one goal and 16 assists. He had one assist in 16 MLS matches (12 starts) this season.

–Field ​Level Media