Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is set to sign a new contract with the North London club.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano has now confirmed that an agreement has been reached between the two parties and the player will sign an extension with Arsenal soon. He has returned from the Asian Cup and the player is expected to formalise the contract extension now.
The 25-year-old Japanese international has been an important first-team player for Arsenal and the decision to tie him down to a new deal could prove to be a masterstroke.
Arsenal will be hoping to compete for major trophies on multiple fronts and they need a deeper squad. Players like Tomiyasu could prove to be invaluable during rotation and injuries. The Japanese international is versatile enough to operate as a fullback as well as a central defender.
In addition to his qualities as a player, the 25-year-old has been a model professional since joining the London club. Despite the lack of regular gametime, Tomiyasu has never kicked up a fuss at Arsenal and he has always been a team player.
????? Takehiro Tomiyasu will officially sign his new deal at Arsenal soon, the agreement is done and 100% sealed as revealed days ago.
Formal steps to follow but he's back after Asian Cup and ready to sign new #AFC contract. pic.twitter.com/WFWzJW1aDV
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 9, 2024
Arsenal must hold onto players like him in order to build a formidable squad and a dressing room with a positive environment.
It will be interesting to see if the 25-year-old can establish himself as a regular starter for Arsenal in the coming months. His quality and versatility is beyond doubt and the player will be focused on his football after sorting out his long-term future.