Crystal Palace in talks for Takehiro Tomiyasu
Defender training with club as potential permanent deal is discussed
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Crystal Palace have held discussions with Takehiro Tomiyasu regarding a permanent move back to the Premier League. The defender is currently training with the club and was named as a substitute for their pre-season friendly against Lens on Tuesday.
A broad agreement on contract terms is understood to be in place, pending a decision from Palace head coach Pierre Sage. Tomiyasu, 27, would join on a free transfer following his departure from Arsenal by mutual consent last season. He made eight appearances for Ajax in the latter part of the last campaign after joining the Dutch side.
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The club is seeking to bolster its defensive options. This comes as first-choice centre-back Maxence Lacroix is expected to move to Chelsea. Palace are also pursuing Augsburg's Chrislain Matsima, having submitted at least one offer valued at 30 million euros (£25.7m).
Additionally, Palace are interested in a potential loan deal for Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong. However, there are currently no indications that Chelsea are prepared to allow the 20-year-old to leave.
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Tomiyasu's previous career has been affected by knee injuries. While Palace recognise his abilities, they are reportedly seeking assurances regarding his fitness before finalising any deal. Sage is planning to utilise a three-central-defender formation next season, with Tomiyasu viewed as a potential option for the left side of that defence.
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