Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign 22-year-old Ajax defender Jurrien Timber for €45-48 million.
According to Fabrizio, Romano, Arsenal have submitted a second official bid for 22-year-old Ajax defender Jurrien Timber. The offer is worth €45-48 million, and they are now closing in on his signature.
Apparently, the second bid is worth around €45-48 million, and the player has already agreed personal terms with the Premier League club. Timber is expected to sign a contract with Arsenal until the summer of 2028.
The 22-year-old utility man is reportedly convinced with the Arsenal project, and he wants to join the club this summer. The Gunners needed to add more quality and depth to their defence, and the arrival of the young defender could prove to be a superb move.
The injury to William Saliba towards the end of the season derailed Arsenal’s title race. So the Gunners must ensure that they have ample depth in every position. Arsenal will be competing in the UEFA Champions League next season, and they need a deeper squad to do well across multiple competitions.
Arsenal are getting closer to signing Jurrien Timber after 2nd official bid submitted today. 🚨⚪️🔴 #AFC
Understand value of the second proposal is close to €45/48m.
Contract ready and agreed until 2028 as Timber has been clear: he loves Arsneal project and wants to join them. pic.twitter.com/c1XDMPPpJz
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 26, 2023
Timber was a key player for Ajax this past season, and he has the ability to succeed in the Premier League as well. The 22-year-old can operate as a central defender as well as a right-back. His versatility will be an added bonus for Arsenal and Mikel Arteta.
The Dutchman is still quite young and is likely to improve further with coaching and experience. Signing a defender of his quality for the reported €45-48 million could prove to be a bargain in the long run. Mikel Arteta has done well to nurture talented young players at Arsenal, and he could help the Ajax defender fulfil his tremendous potential as well.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are thought to be keen on improving their midfield options as well, and they have been heavily linked with a move for West Ham United captain Declan Rice. Arsenal managed to push Manchester City for the title this past season and will be hoping to go all the way next term. Signings like Timber and Rice could certainly help them bridge the gap with the champions.
