Takehiro Tomiyasu has begun his trial with Crystal Palace as the Premier League club assesses the former Arsenal defender ahead of a proposed move on a free transfer.
The Japanese international is hoping to impress during the evaluation period as he looks to secure his next challenge following his departure from Arsenal.
Softfootball understands that Crystal Palace are carefully monitoring Tomiyasu’s fitness and overall condition before making a final decision on offering him a contract. The defender is also attracting interest from Italy, with two Serie A clubs having submitted proposals for his consideration.
Meanwhile, Ajax have reached a verbal agreement with former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu over a free transfer, adding another twist to the race for his signature.
Despite the growing interest from across Europe, Crystal Palace remain keen to explore the possibility of adding the versatile defender to Oliver Glasner’s squad.
Tomiyasu’s ability to operate at both centre-back and full-back makes him an attractive option for clubs seeking defensive depth and experience.
A final decision is expected once the trial period is completed, with Crystal Palace weighing up whether to proceed with a permanent deal while Tomiyasu considers the various opportunities available before choosing his next destination.
