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Luton Town have signed Japan full-back Daiki Hashioka for an undisclosed fee from Belgian club Sint-Truiden.

The 24-year-old becomes the first Japanese player to sign for the Hatters.

Hashioka has two goals and two assists in 18 appearances for Sint-Truiden this campaign.

"It's always been a dream of mine to play in the Premier League. I'm so happy to be joining and I can't wait to play as soon as possible," he said.

"My strengths are heading, one-versus-one situations and I like to do a lot of running. I've only scored twice this season, but I want to score more."

Hashioka had been linked with Championship club Leeds but, after passing his medical with Luton, he is set to be unveiled to the crowd before they take on Brighton in the Premier League at Kenilworth Road on Tuesday.

"Hashi is a versatile defender who can play anywhere along the backline, and having met him I know he's going to fit into the group really, really well," said Luton boss Rob Edwards.

"He's got a great attitude and has a real desire to come and play for Luton. He understands we've got a good squad, and knows he's got to fight for his opportunity. And he will - he's really looking forward to the challenge of being here.

"He's someone who is comfortable in possession, aggressive and wants to defend. I'm delighted he's with us."

Hashioka started his career at his hometown club, Urawa Red Diamonds, making 74 appearances in the Japanese top flight before a successful loan spell at Sint-Truiden was made permanent in 2022.