Manchester City Signs Goalkeeper Ayaka Yamashita

Birmingham City has signed Japanese winger Ayumu Yokoyama from Sagan Tosu on a three-year deal, marking the club's 10th signing this summer as they expand their recruitment strategy. Yokoyama, who scored five goals and provided three assists in 24 appearances this year, joins fellow Japanese player Koji Miyoshi at the club, potentially easing his transition to English football. Meanwhile, Manchester City has secured goalkeeper Ayaka Yamashita from INAC Kobe on a three-year contract, making her the club's third Japanese signing of the transfer window. Yamashita, who has a rich career in Japan with 74 international caps and 17 major honors, expressed her eagerness to take on the challenge of the Women's Super League. Both clubs are looking to strengthen their squads as the new season begins, with Birmingham aiming for promotion and City eyeing titles. As the League One season kicks off, clubs are still finalizing their rosters, with Barnsley pursuing potential goalkeeper signings from Manchester United and Chelsea.