Japan's Kubo joins Mallorca on loan from Real Madrid

FILE PHOTO: Jul 26, 2019; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Real Madrid midfielder Takefusa Kubo (26) controls the ball against Atletico de Madrid during the second half of an International Champions Cup soccer series match at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner

MADRID (Reuters) - Real Madrid's Japan international Takefusa Kubo has joined fellow La Liga side Real Mallorca on loan for the remainder of the season, both clubs said on Thursday.

"Mallorca's new signing is one of the most promising players in world football due to his bravery and his great quality with the ball at his feet," Mallorca said a statement.