Arsenal may be facing the prospect of losing Takehiro Tomiyasu in January, according to Sun Online. The Japanese defender is being pursued by Inter Milan, Napoli, and Juventus, and he is reportedly open to a move.
The Gunners are said to be seeking at least £25 million for Tomiyasu, who has become a fan favorite at the Emirates. However, his standing within the squad has diminished, leading manager Mikel Arteta to acknowledge that a departure could be on the horizon.
Inter Milan appears to be in a strong position to sign him, having identified Tomiyasu as their top target for the January transfer window. Since joining from Bologna in August 2021, the 25-year-old has proven to be a valuable asset for Arsenal, making 83 appearances and contributing two goals and six assists.
Despite battling fitness issues during his time in the Premier League, he has made a significant impact whenever fit. Currently, Tomiyasu is recovering from a knee injury that has kept him sidelined this season, an injury that shocked Arteta just before the campaign began. “It’s unbelievable,” Arteta remarked about the situation, emphasizing the player’s dedication and the unexpected nature of the injury.
