Impact Ito is set for an extended period on the sideline after undergoing a second surgery on his foot. The defender could be out until after the Christmas break, though Bayern provided no clear timeline on his recovery.
NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE
Undergoes second surgery Ito (foot) underwent a second surgery, Bayern announced Tuesday.
Suffers setback Ito (foot) suffered a setback and is expected to resume training around the November international break, according to sporting director Christoph Freund. "Hiroki had a small setba...
Impact Ito will take a bit longer for a return than expected, with the defender suffering a setback this past week. However, he is starting to make progress again, expected to start training again around the international break. That said, he will likely eye a return after the international break, although that could be too soon.
OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
Trains with ball Ito (foot) was training with the ball Monday, according to his club.
Impact Ito has made huge progress in his recovery program, as the defender returned to training Monday. This leaves him in a solid spot, likely needing a few more weeks before a return. That said, he could be fit following the international break to face Stuttgart on Oct. 19.
OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to grass Ito (foot) was able to return to the grass with individual training Friday.
Impact Ito has been recovering from a broken foot for the last two months, making his first steps on the grass for the first time since. He is still a few weeks along from making a come back to the pitch, aiming to return in early October. The defender has started 25 times in 26 Bundesliga appearances with Stuttgart last season, totaling two assists with 78 clearances, 29 interceptions with 17 blocks.
SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE
Set to miss several weeks Ito is set to miss the next couple of weeks due to a metatarsal fracture, according to his club.
Impact Ito's first match in a Bayern kit did not go to plan, with the defender leaving the field early due to a fracture in his foot. This is a brutal blow, as it will force him to miss the start of the season, likely returning in around a month or two. He wasn't likely to hold a starting spot, so this is the biggest loss. However, they will hope to have him back quickly as a depth option.
JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE
Bayern Munich signs Japan defender Hiroki Ito in first new arrival since hiring Kompany as coach
Bayern Munich has signed Japan defender Hiroki Ito from German rival Stuttgart in a move that is expected to mark the start of a wider overhaul of Bayern’s squadJUNE 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Joins Bayern Munich Ito has signed with Bayern Munich until the end of the 2027/28 season, the club announced Thursday.
Impact Bayern Munich had been linked with several defenders, and Ito will certainly add depth at the back for a Bayern squad that will look to recover their place as Germany's best team in 2024/25. Ito made 26 appearances (25 starts) for Stuttgart during the 2023/24 Bundesliga season, racking up 78 clearances, 29 interceptions, 19 tackles and two assists.
JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE
Busy once more Ito made 26 appearances (25 starts) during the Bundesliga.
Impact Ito's role lapsed at times due to the Asian Cup and some injury issues but on the whole he remained one of the most important parts of the starting XI. The defender continues to play a major role in the center of the defense as well as occasionally at left-back. With a Champions League spot secure Ito will likely remain in Stuttgart.
MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE
Busy off bench Ito played 21 minutes off the bench and created two chances during Saturday's 3-0 win over Union Berlin.
Impact Ito picked up a back injury while on international duty with Japan but seemingly avoided any serious issues. While he wasn't fit to start Ito still came on for the final 20 minutes and looked his usually impressive self. Maximilian Mittelstadt should be back on the bench before Saturday's clash with Hoffenheim as Ito is likely to remain the top choice at left-back.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Picked up back injury Ito (back) did not play the two international matches with Japan as he will be game time decision for Saturday's clash with Union Berlin. "Hiroki didn't play in both of Japan's gam...
Impact Ito has kept his starting left back role to start the season, totaling two assists with 12 crosses (five won) and 12 clearances in seven matches. If the defender needs to sit out, then Anthony Rouault could slide into his position if needed.
OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sends in three crosses Ito took an off target shot, crossed three times (two accurate) and created a chance during Saturday's 3-1 win over Wolfsburg.
Impact Ito was a part of the Stuttgart back line that conceded just once during Saturday's win, leading the team with three crosses. The fullback doesn't have a goal involvement in his last four matches, but has crossed seven times, created three chances and taken six shots over the same amount of games.
OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists against Freiburg Ito assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-0 win over SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a yellow c...
Impact Ito assisted Sehrou Guirassy in the 19th minute. He performed his defensive duties very well as he recorded three clearances and one interception. He has recorded two assists in three games this season and and has taken three shots as well.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Extends contract with Stuttgart Ito signed a contract extension until 2027 with Stuttgart on Wednesday.
Impact Ito's extension was a big one for the club as he has been their normal starting left back for the past two seasons. The 24-year-old has only improved with the club so far, amassing five goal contributions to go along with 76 crosses (19 accurate), 37 chances created and 84 tackles in his 60 appearances for the team. Ito should be looked at as a normal starter for the rest of the season at Stuttgart.
AUGUST 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists opening goal Ito had an assist while taking two off target shots, crossing twice inaccurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 5-0 win over Bochum.
Impact Ito set up Sehrou Guirassy in the 18th minute assisting the opening goal of the match for Stuttgart. Ito started at left-back in the match ahead of Borna Sosa, but is a bit of Swiss army knife for the club as he can also slot into the heart of defense and midfield when needed.
AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Reliable as always Ito made 84 clearances and 40 tackles in 30 starts (29 appearances) during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.
Impact Ito was a reliable presence throughout the starting XI yet again. The defender took up his usual role in central defense while occasionally shifting to wing-back or midfield when needed. Ito also added 17 corners as he took a surprising role on set-pieces. The minor set-piece role and major defensive volume gives Ito a bright outlook heading into the 2023/24 season.
JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Makes three crosses Saturday Ito had three crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Hertha Berlin.
Impact Ito made three crosses in his return to the lineup after serving his one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation. He's been averaging 2.9 clearances a match after recording 23 in the last seven games played.
MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Eligible to return from suspension Ito will be available for selection in next weekend's clash against Hertha Berlin after serving a one-game suspension.
Impact Ito missed Saturday's win over Borussia Monchengladbach while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he's started 13 of Stuttgart's 15 Bundesliga matches in 2023 and should plug straight back into the XI in central defense next weekend.
MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Shown fifth yellow card Ito was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Friday's 1-1 draw with Augsburg.
Impact Ito was shown the yellow card in the 20th minute and will be suspended for next week's match against Borussia Monchengladbach. Konstantinos Mavropanos is the likely man to take Ito's spot in the Stuttgart back line as he'll be returning from his own suspension next week.
APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting versus Augsburg Ito (infection) will feature in the starting XI against Augsburg on Friday.
Impact Ito returns to action following just one match on the sidelines due to an illness. When slotted into the left-back role, Ito can generate plenty of crosses but sees those attempts dry up when moved to central defense, as he will be Friday with a back-three. Still, Ito should be a target in the box on freekicks and corners.
APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Active in full training Ito (undisclosed) took full part in training according to Danny Galm of Waiblingen.
Impact Ito missed out during Saturday's three-all draw with Dortmund but made a full return to training Tuesday. A full return early in the week gives Ito a great chance to return to full fitness before a Friday trip to Augsburg.
APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Dortmund Ito is not in Stuttgart's match day squad to face Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.
Impact Ito has started all 12 of his side's Bundesliga matches since the winter break and he scored his first goal of the season against Bochum last season. But he will not be involved in Saturday's match, with Dan-Axel Zagadou replacing him in the back-three.
APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores screamer Ito scored once from three shots (one on target) and won three of his four tackles in Sunday's 3-2 win against Bochum.
Impact Ito made decisive interventions at both ends, hitting a fantastic volley to open the scoring. The centre-back only has two goals in his Bundesliga career and does not find himself in attacking positions very often.
APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Seven crosses in loss Ito recorded two shots (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Union Berlin.
Impact Ito led the team with seven crosses Saturday, with two of them being accurate. He also took three corner, took two shots (one on target) and created two chances on the attack. On the defensive end he intercepted one pass and attempted one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.
APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Busy in start Ito recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Bayern Munich.
Impact Ito got the start Saturday after returning from a back injury and he looked straight away to be at his best. The defender filled in for Borna Sosa at left-back and did admirably, creating a pair of chances and sending in five crosses while still piling on the defensive volume.
MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starts against Bayern Ito (back) is in the starting lineup to face Bayern on Saturday.
Impact Ito was questionable to play, but the Japan international proved to be healthy enough to take on a tough test against Die Roten. Ito has been a regular starter in recent weeks and will partner with Dan-Axel Zagadou at center-back.
MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
