Crystal Palace set to sign Takehiro Tomiyasu on free transfer
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:03 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Crystal Palace aims to secure Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer after a successful trial. The Japan international's move is anticipated ahead of the new season, with Palace head coach Pierre Sage evaluating the defender's fit for his tactical plans. Additionally, Palace is considering signing Solly March, a winger who left Brighton, as they look to strengthen their squad after losing Maxence Lacroix to Chelsea. Tomiyasu's history of knee issues raises concerns about his fitness, but Palace remains confident in his abilities. They are also exploring a loan deal for Chelsea's Josh Acheampong.
- •Palace is close to signing Takehiro Tomiyasu after a trial.
- •A deal for winger Solly March is also under consideration.
- •Tomiyasu previously played for Ajax and has international experience.
- •Palace aims to strengthen defense after Lacroix's departure to Chelsea.
- •Concerns exist about Tomiyasu's fitness due to past knee issues.
- 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — Palace move closer to Tomiyasu signing
- 3:51 PMYahoo Sports — Palace set to sign Tomiyasu and consider March deal
- 3:51 PMBBC Sport — Palace set to sign Tomiyasu and consider March deal
"Crystal Palace are set to sign Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer following a successful trial and are considering a move for winger Solly March. BBC Sport reported last week that Palace and defender Tomiyasu were in talks over a permanent contract that would see the Japan international return to the Premier League. A broad agreement on terms had been in place, with Palace head coach Pierre Sage tasked with deciding whether to sign the versatile 27-year-old defender.
"Crystal Palace are set to sign Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer following a successful trial and are considering a move for winger Solly March.
"Crystal Palace are set to sign Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer following a successful trial and are considering a move for winger Solly March.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 5:03 PMPalace move closer to Tomiyasu signing
Crystal Palace are set to sign Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer following a successful trial and are considering a move for winger Solly March. BBC Sport reported last week that Palace and defender Tomiyasu were in talks over a permanent contract that would see the Japan international return to the Premier League. A broad agreement on terms had been in place, with Palace head coach Pierre Sage tasked with deciding whether to sign the versatile 27-year-old defender.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 3:51 PMPalace set to sign Tomiyasu and consider March deal
Crystal Palace are set to sign Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer following a successful trial and are considering a move for winger Solly March.
- BBC SportAug 5, 2026, 3:51 PMPalace set to sign Tomiyasu and consider March deal
Crystal Palace are set to sign Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer following a successful trial and are considering a move for winger Solly March.
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