Thai Goalkeeper Phumirapee Siriboonyakul Signs Professional Contract with V-Varen Nagasaki
18-year-old Thai goalkeeper Phumirapee Siriboonyakul has secured a professional contract with J-League club V-Varen Nagasaki, effective January 1, 2027.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, 18-year-old Thai goalkeeper Phumirapee Siriboonyakul is set to begin his professional football career in Japan. Currently a student at Kashima Gakuen High School, Phumirapee gained recognition after helping his team secure the runner-up position in the 104th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament. His performance also earned him a call-up to the Thai national youth team.
Following a successful training stint with V-Varen Nagasaki, the J-League club has officially confirmed that Phumirapee will join their professional squad starting January 1, 2027. V-Varen Nagasaki is known for developing talent that eventually moves to major European leagues, such as Ayase Ueda, who currently plays for Lille in France, and Haruto Miura, who competes for Darmstadt in Germany.
For residents and football enthusiasts in Thailand, this signing represents a significant milestone for a young Thai athlete breaking into the competitive Japanese professional circuit. While the contract start date is confirmed for early 2027, details regarding the specific duration of the contract or potential loan arrangements remain to be seen. This development highlights the growing connection between Thai youth football development and the Japanese professional system.
