Kenji Cabrera

A player with the ability to impact the game offensively in central and wide areas, Cabrera joined Whitecaps FC via transfer as a U22 Initiative signing from Peruvian side FBC Melgar in July 2025.

The Japanese-born Peruvian midfielder agreed to an MLS U22 Initiative contract through 2028, with a club option for 2029.

FBC MELGAR

Cabrera recorded 16 goals and 17 assists across all competitions with Melgar. Cabrera originally joined the club in 2021 and went on to make 60 starts in 122 appearances for Los Rojinegros, competing in Peruvian Liga 1 play, as well as Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana action. His most productive period with the club came during the 2025 season, as he recorded nine goals and four assists in 26 appearances.

YOUTH

In his youth, Cabrera played with Esther Grande and then enjoyed a brief spell in Alianza Lima’s academy before making the move to Melgar.

INTERNATIONAL

Born to a Peruvian father and a Japanese mother in Shiga, Japan, Cabrera has represented Peru at the youth level, making 14 appearances for the U-20 side. Cabrera was previously called up to the senior team in March and June 2025 but has yet to earn his first senior cap.