Arsenal have made an opening approximate £30million bid for Jurrien Timber. The Dutch international is valued significantly higher by Ajax and football.london understands the Gunners will need to improve their offer considerably to land the defender even with the two years remaining on his current deal.
The Gunners are looking to secure a deal for the 22-year-old to help strengthen the squad at the back with an option in depth. The 22-year-old has impressed in his time for Ajax, but a disappointing campaign last time out saw the perennial champions finish third and has sparked widespread changes at the club.
The Dutch international only added fuel to the fire when it came to speculation over his future, having told journalists on his future: "Will I stay with Ajax anyway? I’m not sure, I can’t stay that. I’m not in talks with Ajax now. My agent had a good talk a few times, but it’s not like we’re talking about anything right now.”
