Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has played a huge role in pushing for the signing of Ajax defender Jurrien Timber this summer, according to reports. It comes as the Gunners continue to make progress in the summer transfer window, adding to the squad for the upcoming season.
Kai Havertz was the first signing in the market, making the switch from London rivals Chelsea in a huge £65million move, bolstering the forward and midfield ranks. There's still work being done in the saga surrounding a deal for West Ham and England midfielder Declan Rice too.
The north London club have agreed a deal in principal worth £105million, with personal terms already agreed with the 24-year-old. The main stumbling block appears to be how the payment is split up, with a difference between Arsenal and the Hammers in the instalments.
