Tomiyasu Leaves Arsenal by Mutual Consent After Injury Struggles

Takehiro Tomiyasu has mutually agreed to terminate his contract with Arsenal after struggling with persistent knee injuries that limited him to just five minutes of play in the 2024-25 season. The defender, who joined Arsenal from Bologna in 2021 and made 84 appearances, revealed that the decision was reached amicably after thorough discussions with the club, emphasizing the need to focus on his rehabilitation and mental well-being. Tomiyasu expressed feelings of stress and anxiety during his year-long rehabilitation and questioned whether Arsenal was the right place for his future. His teammates were reportedly surprised by his departure, given his ongoing injury and remaining contract time. The versatile full-back is now considering his next career move, with potential options including a return to Japan or a transfer to Saudi Arabia. Arsenal, meanwhile, remain well-equipped defensively with new and existing players to fill the void left by Tomiyasu’s exit.