Arsenal are pushing to sign Ajax centre-back Jurrien Timber this summer. Mikel Arteta is keen to add a versatile defender to his squad for next season ahead of their return to the Champions League.
The Gunners continue to pursue deals for West Ham captain Declan Rice and Chelsea forward Kai Havertz, with the latter closer to completion following a £65million agreement. However, adding a new defender to the ranks remains on Edu Gaspar's list after William Saliba's season-defining injury last term.
On Monday night, it emerged that Timber was being targeted by the Gunners and a £30million bid had been rejected by Ajax. football.london understands that the north Londoners will have to increase their offer significantly if they are to succeed in bringing the Dutch international away from Amsterdam.
