In an official announcement published on Crystal Palace F.C.’s website, the English Premier League club confirmed the signing of Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer following a successful trial period. The 27-year-old international joins the Eagles after concluding his contract with Arsenal.
Tomiyasu spent the latter part of last season regaining full fitness and now adds proven top-flight versatility to manager Pierre Sage’s defensive line ahead of their upcoming Europa League campaign. Palace supporters welcomed the signing as a key squad addition.
Reporting on the transaction, SoccerNews published that “Palace signed former Arsenal defender Tomiyasu on a free transfer,” emphasizing his readiness for the new season. Speaking directly to the club’s media team, Tomiyasu stated, “I’m excited to get started; this club is in a good moment and here is where I wanted to be”.
Tomiyasu’s move provides Crystal Palace with crucial European and Premier League experience at zero transfer fee cost. Maintaining fitness will be his primary hurdle as he looks to establish himself as a regular starter in South London.
Source: SoccerNews — https://www.soccernews.com/palace-sign-former-arsenal-defender-tomiyasu-on-free-transfer/403018/, August 7, 2026
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