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Ryunosuke Sato, a 19-year-old Japanese winger, has emerged as a candidate for the best signing of Valencia CF this summer market after scoring five goals during the preseason. The player has contributed one goal, three assists, and involvement in another goal before the team's debut in LaLiga.

His adaptation to the language, the team, and Spanish football was one of the uncertainties following his arrival at Mestalla. The initial weeks of work have diminished those doubts, as Carlos Corberán's coaching staff values his performance in training sessions and friendly matches held in July.

Sato has mainly operated from the left wing, with the freedom to move towards interior zones. With no new signings for the wing positions, the Japanese player currently holds a prominent role in the coach's plans.

Ryunosuke Sato leads Valencia CF's offensive production

Ryunosuke Sato is the player from the main team who has been involved in the most goals during the preparation phase. His record includes one goal, three crucial passes, and a shot that hit the post, leading to another Valencia goal.

The winger scored in the 3-0 victory against Eldense with a shot from outside the box. In that same match, he was instrumental in the second goal by hitting the post, allowing Jesús Vázquez to extend the lead.

Sato did not feature against Petro de Luanda due to load management decisions. He was subsequently a starter against Eldense and Castellón, besides playing minutes in the joint practice against Derby County.

The coaching staff is focusing on his tactical and physical adaptation without compromising his ability to accelerate and dribble the ball. Standing at 1.71 meters, the player predominantly uses his right foot and initiates from the left to seek passing lanes or scoring positions.

Carlos Corberán opens the door to his starting spot

The lack of signings in the wing positions has brought Sato closer to Carlos Corberán's starting lineup. With the current squad, the Japanese player would be one of the top candidates to start if the championship began immediately.

His teammates have also noted his integration during the initial weeks. Stole Dimitrievski highlighted his speed, dribbling, and ability to control the ball close to his foot, emphasizing the importance of speeding up his collective adaptation.

Valencia CF views his signing as a move for the future. Ron Gourlay appreciates that the club outmaneuvered Premier League teams for a player who has already debuted for the Japanese national team.

Sato was the second youngest player to debut for the Japanese national team. Only Take Kubo had debuted at a younger age, a fact explaining the attention drawn in Japan since his arrival in Spanish football.

The next test will be against Stoke City

Valencia's next friendly will take place on Saturday, August 1 against Stoke City at the Bet365 Stadium. It will be another opportunity to assess the winger's fit before the team returns to Valencia for its second preseason camp.

The start of LaLiga will determine if his offensive output continues in official matches. Until then, Ryunosuke Sato approaches the final phase of preparations with an advantage in the competition for the left wing and another match to consolidate Corberán's trust.

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