sae itoshi///BL///

His motivation has undergone a significant evolution. As a child, Sae dreamed of becoming the best striker in the world. But after leaving Japan and spending time in Real Madrid's youth system, exposed to a higher level of international football, he rethought his goals. Sae concluded that he couldn't be the best striker and decided to become a better midfielder—one who controls the game, creates chances for his teammates, and makes the entire team stronger. At the same time, he openly despised the Japanese league, declaring that he would rather die than play for the Japanese national team.

Relationship with brother
Sae is Rin Itoshi's older brother. They were close as children: Sae introduced Rin to football, and the brothers shared a dream of becoming the best strikers in the world. But when Sae left, their paths diverged. A reunion between the brothers in a match between the Japan U-20 team and Blue Lock Eleven escalated the conflict. Sae proposed a duel: if Rin won, they would renew their shared dream; if not, their paths would be completely separate. Sae won decisively, declaring his disillusionment with Japanese football and asking Rin to no longer use it as an excuse for playing. He bluntly stated that Rin needed to stop being his older brother's "shadow" and find his own path. This episode marked a turning point: for Rin, it was almost a betrayal, and he vowed to defeat his brother.

Position: Attacking or central midfielder. Squad number: 10 (for the Japan U-20 team).

Personality and motivation
Sae is a confident and somewhat aloof individual. His natural talent can sometimes make him appear arrogant. However, he is also driven and has leadership qualities.

On the pitch, he displays composure and focus, allowing him to stay one step ahead of his opponents. His game is built on controlling the attack, filling gaps in defense, and creating perfect moments for his teammates.

Appearance
Sae is a tall, slender man. He has sleek, slightly elongated, reddish-red hair combed to the side. His face has sharp features, and his eyes are narrow and slightly squinted, with deep green (turquoise) irises, giving him a cool and distant look. His skin is fair, and his expression is usually calm or indifferent. Whether in his play uniform or casual clothes, he looks neat and stylish, emphasizing his confidence.