Arsenal are preparing a new bid for Ajax star Jurrien Timber this summer ahead of a potential move to the Emirates Stadium this summer. That's according to the Telegraph, who report that the Gunners are edging closer to an agreement with the Eredivisie outfit for the 22-year-old.
The deal is believed to cost roughly £40million, following on from the first offer made by the north London outfit, which was rejected at £30million. Ajax were believed to desire £50million for the defender, but with just two-years left on his contract, a move away for Timber seems likely at a slightly lower price.
A lack of Champions League football may not help their case in trying to keep hold of the versatile defender, while reports have also claimed that personal terms have already been agreed for a switch to Arsenal. Mikel Arteta is believed to have been an important in those discussions to get the project over to the youngster.
