Daichi Hayashi(林 大地, Hayashi Daichi; born 23 May 1997) is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a forward for J1 League club Gamba Osaka.

Club career

Sagan Tosu

On 3 August 2019, it was announced that Hayashi would join the team for the 2020 season. He scored on his league debut against Cerezo Osaka on 11 August 2019, scoring in the 88th minute.

Sint-Truidense

On 7 August 2021, Hayashi joined Belgian club Sint-Truidense. He scored on his league debut against Cercle Brugge on 28 August 2021, scoring in the 7th minute.

1. FC Nürnberg

On 20 June 2023, Hayashi joined 2. Bundesliga club 1. FC Nürnberg on a season-long loan deal. He made his league debut against Hansa Rostock on 30 July 2023. Hayashi scored his first league goal against Hertha BSC on 22 October 2023, scoring in the 84th minute.

Gamba Osaka

On 30 June 2024, Hayashi officially returned to J1 League side Gamba Osaka, joining the club on a permanent deal.

International career

Due to an injury to Ritsu Dōan, Hayashi got a callup to the 2021 Saison Card Cup.

Hayashi was called up as a backup player for the 2020 Summer Olympics.

Career statistics

Club

As of 28 April 2024

Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueNational CupLeague CupContinentalTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Sagan Tosu2019J1 League1100000011
2020319001000329
2021204001100215
Career total52140021005415
Sint-Truidense2021–22Belgian Pro League25710267
2022–2331731348
56144100006015
1. FC Nürnberg2023–242. Bundesliga14231173
Career total1223072210013133

External links