Arsenal Set to Agree €50 Million Transfer to Sign 22-Year-Old Star

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After having their initial bid worth €35 million turned down by Ajax, Arsenal are reportedly willing to offer up to €45-50 million for Jurrien Timber (via Sports Witness).

According to Algemeen Dagblad, the Gunners are looking to agree personal terms with the player this week.

Although the Eredivisie side wished to keep hold of the 22-year-old, club director Sven Mislintat has decided otherwise after the player was promised a move away this summer.

The deal, however, is far from done. Ajax want €60 million for the defender but offers worth €45-50 million are reported to be sufficient to complete the move.

Predominantly a central defender, Timber can also deputize at right back. Arsenal struggled towards the back end of last season with issues in defence. William Saliba’s injury caused Mikel Arteta to play second-choice centre-backs Rob Holding and Jakub Kiwior, who failed to make an impression.

With Ben White succeeding at right-back and Tomiyasu’s injury concerns, there is definitely a place for Timber to compete for a starting position.

The club will compete in Europe’s highest competition for the first time since the 2016-17 campaign next season. Considering the frequency of games in the coming season, Timber would be an ideal candidate to join the Emirates.

The Gunners also missed out on winning the Premier League towards the back end of last season, with injuries to players like Saliba playing a part.

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