The chance of a longer stay is greatest if a deal is made before Japanese international Takehiro Tomiyasu, 27, improves his fitness and performance and attracts the interest of numerous Premier League clubs. The right-back joined Ajax in December 2025 on a short-term contract that expires in June 2026, and has made 6 appearances in the Eredivisie this season. The 42-cap Japan international has a current market value estimated by Transfermarkt to be €8.00m.