Takehiro Tomiyasu is set to complete a move to Arsenal on deadline day with terms agreed on a reported £17.2million transfer. The versatile defender had previously been linked with a move to Tottenham earlier in the transfer window.
Nuno Espirito Santo was keen to bolster his options at right back and Tomiyasu’s ability to play on the flanks and in central defence was seen as a huge bonus.
But reports soon went cold on Tottenham’s interest in the Japan international with Bologna looking for a deal worth £17m.
Spurs have now switched their attention to Emerson Royal, which has seemingly opened the door for Arsenal to swoop in for Tomiyasu.
The links with Tomiyasu and Arsenal emerged on deadline day and discussions appeared to move quickly with a deal now said to be agreed.
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