According to a recent report by Edinburgh Live, Manchester City new signing Ryotaro Meshino was caught attending Hearts of Midlothian’s draw against Ross County ahead of a potential loan move to Tynecastle Park this summer. The Japanese wide player joined the Citizens from Gamba Osaka earlier this summer but could be on his way out in search of regular first-team football this season (via Edinburgh Live).
The Rapid Rise Of Meshino In Japanese Football
The 21-year-old enjoyed a breakout season in the J-League when he scored three goals in 12 league matches for Gamba Osaka in the previous campaign. However, the Mancunian outfit did not buy him to make an immediate impact at the Etihad Stadium. The Citizens are looking to reap the dividends of acquiring Meshino in the long-run as the Japanese starlet has incredible potential to become a future star in world football.
Pep Guardiola’s new recruit primarily operates on the left flank and can score goals when he is playing with confidence on the field. He needs to earn regular first-team minutes if he wants to feature for the Man City senior squad in the coming years. However, for now, Meshino is better off moving to a different club on loan in search of regular playing time next season.
At 21, the former J-League prospect has all the skillset required to be a success story in English football as long as he is willing to work hard on improving his game with each season.
What Does The 21-year-old Offer On The Field?
Meshino is moderately paced, but that doesn’t stop him from wreaking havoc in the final third. He has also added goals to his game in the Japanese top-flight last season. However, the jury is still out on whether he would be able to cope with the physical toll of Premier League football.
A move to Scotland to play for Hearts could help Meshino prepare for the English top-flight. Man City will also benefit from sending him to Tynecastle Park as they won’t be able to offer him first-team football at the Etihad in this campaign.
Meshino’s Loan Move To Hearts: Good Move For Everyone Involved?
Hearts will be acquiring a raw prospect who can come in and help them avoid relegation from the Scottish Premiership this season. Hence, a loan deal makes sense for all parties as it will benefit both clubs as well as the player himself.
