According to The Athletic, former Arsenal midfielder Thomas is about to join Villarreal.
TA reported that former Arsenal midfielder Thomas is about to join Villarreal. The 32-year-old player has undergone a physical examination and is expected to sign a two-year contract with Huang Qian until 2027.
Thomas left Arsenal after his contract ended in June and is currently a free agent. Being able to continue playing in the Champions League is considered an important factor in his transfer to Villarreal.
On July 4, the Crown Prosecutor's Office issued an announcement formally accusing former Arsenal midfielder Thomas of five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault. He will appear in Westminster District Court on August 5.
Thomas joined Arsenal from Atletico Madrid for 50 million euros in 2020. He played 167 times for the Gunners, scoring 9 goals, mainly playing in the midfield and playing as a right-back.