The 25-year-old has shown glimpses of his talent in the Premier League since joining Brighton in the summer, causing havoc with his mazy runs and scoring goals against Wolves and Arsenal.
He has also proved his worth for his country, notching a brace against Australia in March to clinch Japan's place at their seventh straight FIFA World Cup.
Kaoru will wear no.9️⃣ for @jfa_samuraiblue at the World Cup! #SAMURAIBLUE #三笘薫 https://t.co/LnkGfDd1rq
— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) November 16, 2022