Arsenal reach verbal agreement with Timber

Alba Romero 2 years ago 3.2k |

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Timber (R) is close to becoming the Gunners' third reinforcement. EFE

Arsenal are not only looking to strengthen their midfield but are also working on their defence. The Gunners have reached a verbal agreement with Jurrien Timber. They offered £40.5m to Ajax.

Arsenal are working on bolstering their squad for next season. Mikel Arteta does not want to make the same mistakes as last season.

They have already signed Kai Havertz (£65 million) from Chelsea to strengthen their midfield and Declan Rice (£105 million) is expected to join as well.

Moreover, according to the 'Daily Mail', Ajax centre-back Jurrien Timber is very close to becoming the Gunners' third reinforcement as both parties have reached a verbal agreement on his transfer.

The same media outlet reports that the English side will pay 40.5 million pounds for the 22-year-old. Ajax were expecting 50 million pounds for their defender but Timber has shown an interest in joining the Premier League and they will accept that offer.

Timber has been a key player for Ajax as he played 47 competitive matches last season, scoring two goals and providing two assists.