One thing is undeniable - Ao Tanaka has the technical ability to thrive in the Premier League. The midfielder’s passing, tactical awareness and keep-ball abilities are evident while his control is exemplary.

At £3million, he was the Championship transfer of the season, no doubt. He made it into the EFL team of the season and was voted the players' player of the year at the end-of-season club awards evening.

Passionate, emotional and hard-working, it was easy for the fanbase to fall in love with the 26-year-old. The Japan international has also promoted a wave of growing support for Leeds in his home country.

Back on UK shores, all five of his goals had an element of magic about them as he exceeded his xG rating of 3.6. He commendably completed 89.2% of his passes and, on average, two

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