Hiroshi Ibusuki

An experienced Japanese striker with a proven goalscoring record, Hiroshi Ibusuki brings a wealth of international experience, physical presence and attacking quality to the Western Sydney Wanderers.

Born in Japan, Ibusuki began his football journey in the Kashiwa Reysol youth system before making the move to Europe, where he developed his career across Spain and Belgium. His time abroad included spells with Girona, Sevilla, Valencia and K.A.S. Eupen, highlighted by a La Liga debut for Sevilla in 2012.

Returning to Japan in 2014, Ibusuki continued to build his reputation across the J1 and J2 Leagues, representing Albirex Niigata, JEF United Chiba, Shonan Bellmare and Shimizu S-Pulse before making the move to Australian football.

Ibusuki joined Adelaide United in 2022 and quickly established himself as a formidable attacking presence in the A-League Men competition. Across three seasons, he scored 28 league goals in 71 appearances, including an impressive 15-goal campaign in 2023/24 that saw him claim the club’s Golden Boot, Members’ Player of the Year and Players’ Player of the Year awards.

His impressive form earned him a move to Western United for the 2024/25 season, where he continued his goalscoring exploits with 10 goals in 27 appearances before taking on a new challenge with East Bengal FC in India.

In January 2026, Ibusuki joined the Western Sydney Wanderers on a deal until the end of the 2026/27 A-League Men season, bringing valuable experience, leadership and proven attacking quality to the Red & Black.

Standing at 195cm, Ibusuki is known for his commanding aerial presence, intelligent movement and clinical finishing. His ability to lead the line, hold up possession and contribute in decisive moments makes him an important attacking option for the Wanderers as the club looks to build success on the pitch.