# Takehiro Tomiyasu joins Crystal Palace > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/takehiro-tomiyasu-transfer-negotiations > Updated: 2026-09-08T21:35:34.000Z. Sources: 32. Developments: 9. After his Ajax contract expired in late July 2026, Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu became a free agent. Following a trial during Crystal Palace's pre-season camp in Como, the club confirmed on 5 August 2026 that the 27-year-old had signed an undisclosed-length contract. Tomiyasu, who previously played for Arsenal and Ajax, was assigned the number 17 shirt. This move reunited him with fellow Japanese international Daichi Kamada (number 18), marking the first time two Japanese players have been on the same Premier League team. Manager Pierre Sage indicated intentions to utilize Tomiyasu primarily as a center-back rather than in his previous full-back roles. On 7 August 2026, Tomiyasu made his debut for the club, playing 45 minutes in a pre-season friendly against Fulham. Following the start of the 2026-27 Premier League season on 21 August, Tomiyasu made his competitive debut as a substitute in a 2-0 defeat against Everton. On 28 August 2026, Tomiyasu and Kamada both started in a 1-4 Premier League defeat against Manchester City. Playing as a left center-back, Tomiyasu received positive feedback for his defensive performance but was forced to leave the pitch due to injury in the 64th minute. Following the match, Pierre Sage expressed frustration regarding tactical errors and the team's drop in energy following substitutions. The club also confirmed that forward Jean-Philippe Mateta will be sidelined for at least four weeks due to a muscle injury. On 5 September 2026, Crystal Palace secured a 3-2 comeback victory against Fulham. Daichi Kamada, playing in a right attacking midfield role, assisted Ben Chilwell's winning goal and received high ratings for his movement, though a first-half volley of his was disallowed by VAR for offside. Takehiro Tomiyasu was included in the matchday squad but remained on the bench. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-08: Daichi Kamada scores artistic goal in Crystal Palace victory Daichi Kamada scored a spectacular chip goal for Crystal Palace in their 3-0 Carabao Cup win over Middlesbrough, following a key pass from teammate Takehiro Tomiyasu. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daichi-kamada-scores-artistic-goal-in-crystal-palace-victory ### 2026-09-06: Crystal Palace defeats Fulham 3-2 as Kamada's goal is disallowed Daichi Kamada helped Crystal Palace to a 3-2 comeback win over Fulham, though his spectacular first-half goal was disallowed by VAR for offside. Takehiro Tomiyasu was named on the bench. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/crystal-palace-defeats-fulham-3-2-as-kamadas-goal-is-disallowed ### 2026-08-28: Crystal Palace falls 1-4 to Manchester City Crystal Palace lost 1-4 to Manchester City, with Japanese players Takehiro Tomiyasu and Daichi Kamada starting. Tomiyasu left the match early due to injury. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/crystal-palace-falls-1-4-to-manchester-city ### 2026-08-22: Everton defeat Crystal Palace 2-0 in Premier League opener Everton defeated Crystal Palace 2-0 in their Premier League opener with goals from Kianan Devesbury Hall and Thierno Barry. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/everton-defeats-crystal-palace-2-0-in-premier-league-opener ### 2026-08-14: Japanese players join Premier League clubs ahead of new season Japanese players Takehiro Tomiyasu, Daizen Maeda, and Hidemasa Morita have joined Crystal Palace, Ipswich Town, and Hull City respectively ahead of the 2026-27 Premier League season. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japanese-players-join-premier-league-clubs-ahead-of-new-season ### 2026-08-07: Takehiro Tomiyasu joins Crystal Palace on free transfer Crystal Palace has signed Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer, marking his return to the Premier League and a reunion with teammate Daichi Kamata. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/takehiro-tomiyasu-joins-crystal-palace-reuniting-with-daichi-kamada ### 2026-08-05: Takehiro Tomiyasu joins Crystal Palace on free transfer Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu signs for Crystal Palace on a free transfer, adding depth to the Premier League club’s defense ahead of their Europa League season. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/takehiro-tomiyasu-joins-crystal-palace-on-free-transfer ### 2026-07-28: Takehiro Tomiyasu trains with Crystal Palace as transfer looms Japan defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is training with Crystal Palace, with a transfer reportedly close, sparking interest across media as he eyes a Premier League return. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/takehiro-tomiyasu-linked-to-crystal-palace-transfer ### 2026-07-24: Takehiro Tomiyasu linked with Torino FC as transfer talks begin Torino FC has begun formal talks with free‑agent Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu, who previously played for Bologna, Arsenal and Ajax, as he weighs offers after his Ajax contract ended. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/takehiro-tomiyasu-linked-with-torino-fc-as-transfer-talks-begin --- Cite as: Takehiro Tomiyasu joins Crystal Palace. 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