Blackburn Rovers confirm Ryoya Morishita as latest signing

Blackburn Rovers have completed the signing of Japanese forward Ryoya Morishita <i>(Image: Blackburn Rovers)</i>
Blackburn Rovers have completed the signing of Japanese forward Ryoya Morishita (Image: Blackburn Rovers)
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Blackburn Rovers have completed the signing of Japanese forward Ryoya Morishita for an undisclosed fee.

The 28-year-old becomes Rovers' eighth summer signing, penning a three-year deal at Ewood Park. The deal has been reported to be worth around 2million euros.

Rovers have been searching to add more firepower to their forward line this month and Morishita 14 goals and registered six assists for Legia Warsaw last season.

The Japanese international is viewed as a versatile forward who can play anywhere across the front line. Rovers are still expected to be active before September 1 with as many as two signings still to come in.

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Morishita will wear the number 25 shirt at Ewood Park and could make his debut on Saturday against Norwich City.

His move to Ewood Park is subject to confirmation of working visa and international clearance, as well as approval from the relevant football authorities.
 

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