The year 2012 was near to it end. Facing this new year, Kazuki started remember the goal which he set last year. Firstly was to be Southampton's main player. Now hw was not only Southampton's main players. Kazuki was also the most valuable player at Southampton. His journey in one year was so fast, from a player who had just left the academy to become the most shining player this year. What he achieved simply raised the top bar for the best Asian players in Europe.
Although it must be admitted that there were Asian players who stand out at big clubs and could perform well, but to be so phenomenal and become the most talented young striker was something different. Kazuki beat Pogba in Golden Boy. It was a proved that he was recognized as the most talented young player today.