Jurrien Timber, a defender for Ajax, was a target for Arsenal during the summer transfer window, and it appears like a deal is getting closer now.
Ajax’s Jurrien Timber.
As soon as an agreement with Ajax was reached, Jurrien Timber was transferred to Arsenal.
Jurrien Timber, a defender for Ajax, is on the verge of joining Arsenal during the summer transfer window.
The Dutch international established himself as one of the Eredivisie’s most reliable center-backs in recent seasons, and the Gunners saw Timber as the ideal player to improve their defensive options. The north London team would benefit greatly from acquiring the 22-year-old given his versatility, which Arteta has repeatedly sought for.
With that in mind, football.London has compiled all the information we currently have about his future at the Johan Cruyff Arena below.
Full consent was attained
The Athletic claims that Arsenal and Ajax have achieved a complete agreement for the latter to sign defender Jurrien Timber.
The versatile 22-year-old is reportedly being paid €40 million (£34.3 million) by the north Londoners, plus €5 million (£4.3 million) in bonuses. Additionally, Timber has been given permission to get a checkup and agree on personal terms with Mikel Arteta’s men.
Scheduled for medical
With a verbal deal secured and only the formal papers left to sign, Arsenal has begun making plans to sign Jurrien Timber from Ajax.
The Gunners have scheduled a medical for the 22-year-old as they prepare to finalize summer transfers for both Declan Rice and him, according to CBS reporter Ben Jacobs.
Training choice
Jurrien Timber recently made a key training choice that might portend an impending transfer to Arsenal.
The 22-year-old was absent from Ajax’s first outdoor training session to start preparing for the 2023–24 season, according to the Dutch publication Algemeen Dagblad (AD).
New deadline for completing the transfer
Jurrien Timber, an Ajax defender, is getting closer to joining Arsenal during the summer transfer window.
After discussions over the weekend, Fabrizio Romano, a transfer expert, has now disclosed that sources with knowledge of the situation anticipate Timber’s transfer to the Gunners to be finished by some time next week, with the payment details still being worked out before a medical appointment is booked.
Plans for talks this weekend
The Evening Standard reports that negotiations between Arsenal and Ajax are eager to be completed and are anticipated to pick up speed this weekend.
Because of Mikel Arteta’s idea, Timber is claimed to have pushed to join the Gunners despite interest from Bundesliga champion Bayern Munich.
A £40 million transfer deal was made
According to reports, Arsenal and Ajax have reached an initial agreement on a transfer fee of €42 million (£36 million). According to De Telegraaf, if more add-ons are met, the deal’s value might increase to €47 million (£40 million).
Declan Rice’s delay was explained, a doctor was scheduled, and a Timber agreement was reached
According to the source, the Gunners have now verbally agreed on a fee with Ajax after last week’s personal negotiations on a ‘lucrative’ contract with Timber were finalized. A medical and the necessary papers are the only things still needed to effectuate a transfer.
New discussions
Following their second offer for the Dutch international, Arsenal is now in the third day of negotiations with Ajax regarding a transfer for defender Jurrien Timber. Fabrizio Romano asserts that there is optimism and confidence in coming to a resolution for the 22-year-old.
Closed agreement worth $43.5 million
James Benge of CBS reports that Timber is close to signing a £43.5 million contract with Arsenal, and the agreement is anticipated to be finalized within the next few days.
The Dutch defender, who has a deal with Ajax through 2025, may possibly be on the verge of moving to north London this week.
A fresh suggestion was made
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal has formally sent Ajax their second bid for defender Jurrien Timber.
The Gunners’ initial £30 million offer was turned down earlier this month, but they have since agreed to personal terms, and a fresh, enhanced offer is anticipated to seal the deal.
Verbal consent
According to the Dutch publication Telegraaf, Timber and the Gunners have verbally agreed to a contract that runs through 2028.
According to reports, the gifted kid has signed a contract worth €8 million (£6.9 million), or double his present pay. A final fee agreement is also getting closer, with the estimated price quoted at €45 million (£38.5 million).
Second bid prepared
According to Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal is preparing a second offer to make to Ajax for defender Jurrien Timber this summer. The Eredivisie club rejected the Gunners’ original £30 million bid, and football.london understands a considerably higher sum will be required to wrest him away.
Ajax are reportedly holding out for a deal of £50 million, although it seems far more possible that a deal can be struck for less. This is according to De Telegraaf.
Personal terms progress
According to trade expert Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal’s pursuit of Timber is progressing and a comprehensive agreement on personal terms is almost complete.
Romano wrote: “Understand Arsenal are moving forward on full agreement on personal terms with Jurrien Timber,” on Twitter. The athlete has agreed to sign with Arsenal.
“#AFC Ajax and Arsenal will engage in negotiations over the next hours and days. New bid anticipated shortly.
unknown clause
When Timber extended his contract at the Johan Cruyff Arena last year, Timber and Ajax allegedly agreed on a release clause.
Although no precise date has been given, the clause is said to go into effect in two weeks.
Van Dijk consent
Although some former Dutch internationals have criticized Timber, the most seasoned player in the current lineup, Virgil van Dijk, has great praise for him.
When asked about his compatriot last year, Van Dijk replied, “I wasn’t nearly as far along as he is now [at the same age].” “I only have great things to say about him.
He is a true professional and a fantastic player. He is incredibly talented.
“I’m hoping he can grow more. Then, I believe, everything will be OK.
Sneijder alert
Wesley Sneijder, a Dutch great and former Inter Milan maestro, has previously called attention to Timber’s lack of aerial prowess.
Sneijder said of the player, “He’s a smart lad and a really good defender,” on the Dutch TV program Veronica Offside. But he consistently misses headers, which will be his undoing in England against Premier League wardrobes.
Bayern clash
Bayern Munich, the defending Bundesliga champion, has expressed interest in Timber, according to the Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf.
However, it appears that the midfielder would prefer a move to Arsenal over Bayern, which is good news for the Gunners. The north London club is reportedly the 22-year-old’s most likely destination since he is ‘certain’ to depart Ajax during the summer transfer window.
Jurrien Timber has been linked to Manchester United for a while now after the club tried to sign him last summer but was unsuccessful. It will be interesting to watch if Manchester United enters the defender’s market again now that Arsenal has made their own offer.
Unsteady silence
As the young defender reaches the final two years of his contract with the Eredivisie team, Timber broke his quiet over his future at Ajax. Will I continue playing for Ajax, he asked reporters. I’m unsure; I’m unable to state that. I’m not currently speaking with Ajax. Even though my agent and I have had several enjoyable conversations, nothing significant is currently being discussed.
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