Mao Itamura

Mao Itamura (; born 8 August 2006) is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a forward or midfielder for Women's Super League club Liverpool.

Early life Itamura was born on 8 August 2006. Growing up, she attended a football boarding school in Japan.

Club career Early career & Feyenoord Itamura started her career with Japanese side JFA Academy Fukushima. Following her stint there, she signed for Dutch side Feyenoord in 2025. After the 2025–26 Eredivisie season, in which she helped Feyenoord qualify for international football for the first time in their club history, Itamura was named Player of the Year in the Eredivisie with eight goals and six assists.

Liverpool On 20 July 2026, Itamura signed with Women's Super League side Liverpool.

International career Itamura is a Japan youth international. During the spring of 2026, she played for the Japan national under-20 team at the 2026 AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup.

Style of play Itamura plays as a forward. Right-footed, she is known for her dribbling ability and shooting ability.

Career statistics Club

Honours Japan U20 AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup: 2026

Individual Eredivisie Player of the Year: 2025–26