Daiki Kaneko

is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Júbilo Iwata.

After starting his professional career with Shonan Bellmare, Kaneko has played over 140 league matches in the J1 League.

Career

Born in Tokyo, Kaneko played at Kanagawa University in 2017, playing as a defensive midfielder in the Inter-High School Championship. He joined Shonan Bellmare from the 2018 season. Kaneko made his professional debut in the J League Cup against Sagan Tosu. Kaneko scored his first league goal against V-Varen Nagasaki on 31 August 2018, scoring in the 61st minute. On 9 September 2018, Kaneko scored the equalizing goal against Cerezo Osaka in the J.League Cup, scoring in the 32nd minute. On 14 March 2019, he underwent surgery for a dislocated right peroneal tendon and would be out for around three months.

On 25 December 2020, Kaneko was announced at Urawa Reds on a permanent transfer. He played 12 league matches during his time at the club.

On 26 December 2021, Kaneko was announced at Kyoto Sanga on a one year loan deal. During his loan spell, he made 22 league appearances and scored one goal. On 20 December 2022, Kaneko was announced at Kyoto Sanga on a permanent transfer. During the 2023 season, he played in 26 league matches.

On 26 December 2024, Kaneko was announced at Júbilo Iwata on a permanent transfer. He made over 20 league appearances during the season.

Style of play

Kaneko is described as "fearless" and is talented at winning the ball.

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