Arsenal have confirmed that defender Takehiro Tomiyasu has successfully undergone surgery on a knee issue and will be out for the rest of the season.

Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is set to miss the rest of the season after undergoing knee surgery. Tomiyasu has made just one appearance all season after coming off the bench against Southampton for the final six minutes of a 3-1 win. The Japan international has been troubled by a knee issue and has undergone surgery to resolve it.

Takehiro Tomiyasu has sent a message to Arsenal fans confirming his injury after what has been the "toughest period" of his career.