Timber to Arsenal latest: 'Verbal agreement' reached, Second bid, Man Utd twist
During the summer transfer window, Arsenal is reportedly pursuing Ajax's young talent Jurrien Timber to strengthen their defense. Mikel Arteta, the Arsenal manager, has expressed his admiration for Timber's versatility in the past, making the Dutch international an attractive prospect for the Gunners. Here's a roundup of what we know so far about Timber's future at Ajax.
According to Dutch outlet Telegraaf, Timber has reached a verbal agreement with Arsenal for a contract until 2028. The deal is said to be worth €8 million (£6.9 million), which would double his current salary. Both clubs are said to be progressing toward agreeing on a transfer fee.
Arsenal is preparing a second bid for Timber after their initial £30 million offer was rejected by Ajax. Fabrizio Romano reports that the Gunners are expected to offer a larger sum to secure the defender's services. While Ajax is holding out for £50 million, it is possible that a compromise can be reached for a lower fee.
Negotiations between Arsenal and Timber regarding personal terms are advancing, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Romano states that a full agreement on personal terms is nearly complete, with the player having accepted the move to Arsenal. The next step involves negotiations between Ajax and Arsenal, with a new bid expected soon.
There is mention of a mystery clause in Timber's contract extension with Ajax. Dutch journalist Johan Inan reports that the clause will become active in two weeks, but the exact amount has not yet been disclosed.
Despite some criticism from former Dutch internationals, Timber is highly regarded by Virgil van Dijk, one of the most established players in the current setup. Van Dijk has praised Timber's potential and considers him a great player and a true professional.
Wesley Sneijder, former Inter Milan playmaker and Dutch legend, has pointed out one weakness in Timber's game, which is his aerial ability. Sneijder believes that Timber's performance in aerial duels could be a challenge for him, especially against physically imposing opponents in the Premier League.
While Bayern Munich has shown interest in Timber, it is reported that the player prefers a move to Arsenal over the Bundesliga champions. Timber is expected to leave Ajax during the summer transfer window, and Arsenal is considered his most likely destination.
Although Manchester United had previously been linked with Timber, it remains to be seen if they will re-enter the race for his signature now that Arsenal has made an offer.
Timber has recently broken his silence on his future at Ajax, stating that he is uncertain about staying with the club and that there are no ongoing talks at the moment.
Arsenal has made an initial bid of approximately £30 million for Timber, but it falls significantly short of Ajax's valuation. Arsenal will need to substantially improve their offer to have a chance of securing the defender, considering he still has two years remaining on his current contract.
In summary, Arsenal is actively pursuing Ajax's Jurrien Timber in an effort to strengthen their defense. Talks between Timber and Arsenal have progressed, and a verbal agreement on personal terms has reportedly been reached. However, negotiations with Ajax regarding the transfer fee are still ongoing, with the initial bid falling short of Ajax's valuation. Timber's future at Ajax remains uncertain, and although he has attracted interest from Bayern Munich and previously from Manchester United, he is believed to favor a move to Arsenal. The next steps in the process will involve further negotiations between the clubs, and Arsenal will need to significantly improve their offer to secure Timber's services.
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