Jurrien Timber, an Ajax defender, is eager to join Arsenal, according to reputable reporter Fabrizio Romano, who expects a transaction to move forward.
Who is going to join Arsenal?
After two bids were turned down, both parties ultimately agreed to a price of £105 million (£100 million + £5 million in add-ons), according to several media sources in the previous 24 to 48 hours, which confirms that the Gunners and Declan Rice of West Ham United have reached a transfer agreement.
Rice appears to be close to moving to north London, which is wonderful news for manager Mikel Arteta who has apparently tried to influence the 24-year-old himself despite the two clubs’ disagreements over the deal structure.
As Arsenal’s transfer chief Edu appears to be quite active behind the scenes, Kai Havertz has signed on a £65 million deal from Chelsea.
Talks over a transfer for Southampton standout and Belgian international Romeo Lavia are still ongoing, in addition to the German international and Rice.
Arsenal’s busy summer is taking shape, and they may end up shelling out more than £200 million.
As Arteta looks to bolster his defence, Timber, who had a standout season at Ajax last year, is another player he is considering.
The 22-year-old, who can play as an inverted full-back akin to Oleksandr Zinchenko, has received accolades for his poise and adaptability at Ajax, in addition to his superb passing range (The Telegraph).
Famous transfer window reporter Romano claims that following Rice, Arsenal will move on with a deal for Timber and that the player is simply “waiting” to join them. It appears that another Gunners signing may not be too far off.
What is mentioned regarding Jurrien Timber?
Timber has received high praise from the media after making an impression in the Eredivisie last season. Journalist Antonio Mongo has referred to Timber as a “generational superstar” and “mr. versatile.”
The young defender, who has previously been in World Cups, might provide some excitement and pedigree to north London.
