Jurrien Timber ‘AGREES Arsenal transfer’ with Gunners set to launch bid for Ajax defender
AJAX defender Jurrien Timber has agreed to join Arsenal, according to reports.
The Gunners have been pushing to sign the Dutchman since the transfer window opened.
And according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, they are edging closer to sealing a deal.
Arsenal have already agreed personal terms with Timber, who has his heart set on a move to the Emirates Stadium.
They are now set to launch a second bid for him this week.
The Gunners submitted an offer worth £30million earlier this month, but it was turned down by Ajax.
The Eredivisie giants set an asking price of £50m for Timber, but Arsenal are convinced that they will be able to negotiate a smaller fee.
Arsenal officials reportedly held secret talks with the defender in London last month, which played a big part in his decision to join the Gunners.
Manchester United chased a deal for Timber last summer, but they could not strike an agreement with Ajax.
Instead, the 22-year-old signed a contract extension.
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However, in March he dropped a big hint he could be on the move.
As quoted by Ajax Life, Timber said: “Transfer? You never know what crosses your path.
“This summer I will look at my options and make a decision.
“I feel good at Ajax, that’s important for now. Last summer there was interest, but I chose to stay at Ajax.”