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Koki Saito’s rise has been sharp.

It has been built on his own route, far from the traditional path most Japanese players take.

Born in Tokyo on 10 August 2001, he started at Inuzura SC before moving through Yokohama FC’s academy, where his technical ability and football intelligence quickly set him apart.

At just 16 years and 11 months, he made his professional debut in J2, sharing the field with Kazuyoshi Miura.

This record-breaking 35-year age gap between teammates grabbed national attention.

By April 2019, he had scored his first professional goal and was already showing the composure and vision of a player far beyond his years.

Seeking to challenge himself, Saito moved to Europe in 2020 with Lommel SK.

Early setbacks, including COVID-related delays, limited his minutes, but he adapted steadily.

The following season, he registered his first goal and showcased his creativity and awareness in midfield.

A loan spell at Sparta Rotterdam in the Eredivisie allowed him to test himself at a higher level.

There, he contributed goals and assists and refined the movement and decision-making needed to succeed in Europe.

In 2024, he arrived in England on loan with Queens Park Rangers and was immediately impressed with his ability to drift inside, create chances, and link up play efficiently.

By August 2025, QPR made his move permanent, signalling their belief in his potential to be a key creative figure in the EFL Championship.

Saito is a player defined by intelligence, technical quality, and adaptability.

He reads the game well, can unlock defences in tight spaces, and is comfortable carrying the ball or finding teammates in dangerous areas.

His journey from Tokyo to the Championship, via Belgium and the Netherlands, shows a player willing to take risks, learn quickly, and push himself at every stage.

This Koki Saito scout report and player analysis will analyse his playing style, tactical role at QPR, and the qualities that make him a player capable of making a lasting impact, with the potential to rise to higher levels in England.

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