Tatsuhiro Sakamoto is retained at Coventry City until June 2027. The 29-year-old forward earns £13,000 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto
Current Club: Coventry City
🌍 Japan
💰 Weekly Wage: £13,000/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2027 (10 months remaining)
Contract and Personal Information
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto earns 84.9% below the average forward wage of £86,293/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto is a Japanese forward who plays for Coventry City. Born on October 22, 1996, the winger began his career in his homeland with Montedio Yamagata, where a standout 2019 season earned him a move to J1 League side Cerezo Osaka. His path to European football came via Belgium, joining KV Oostende on loan in January 2022 and later permanently, scoring 10 goals across 81 appearances. Coventry signed him in July 2023 on a three-year deal, and he marked his arrival by netting his first English goal in a 3-0 win at Millwall. Known for his pace, directness and willingness to take on defenders, he has become a regular attacking threat in the Championship. He has also represented Japan at full international level. Sakamoto is contracted to Coventry City until June 2027 and reportedly earns around £13,000 per week.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Tatsuhiro Sakamoto's contract expire?
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto's current contract expires on June 30, 2027.
How much does Tatsuhiro Sakamoto earn per week?
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto earns approximately £13,000 per week.
Who does Tatsuhiro Sakamoto play for?
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto currently plays for Coventry City.
What position does Tatsuhiro Sakamoto play?
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto plays as a forward.
How old is Tatsuhiro Sakamoto?
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto is 29 years old.
What is Tatsuhiro Sakamoto's annual salary?
Annualised, Tatsuhiro Sakamoto's basic salary is approximately £676,000 per year (gross weekly wage of £13,000 multiplied across the 52-week contract year, excluding bonuses, image rights or signing-on fees).
When can Tatsuhiro Sakamoto sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules Tatsuhiro Sakamoto can sign a pre-contract with an overseas club from December 30, 2026, six months before the current deal expires on June 30, 2027.
How many months are left on Tatsuhiro Sakamoto's contract?
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto has approximately 10 months left on the current deal, with expiry due on June 30, 2027. Selling clubs usually negotiate renewal or sale in the prior summer window.
How does Tatsuhiro Sakamoto's wage compare to other forwards?
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto earns roughly 15% of the position average — the average forward in our database earns £86,293 per week, so Tatsuhiro Sakamoto is paid 15% of the position average.
When was Tatsuhiro Sakamoto born?
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto was born on October 22, 1996, making the player 29 years old as of today.