Arsenal Announce Signing Of Jurrien Timber

Arsenal have completed the signing of Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber from Ajax for £34m.

Timber’s fee could rise to £38.5m and the 22-year-old joins on a long-term deal.

He will further bolster Arsenal’s defence after centre-back William Saliba agreed a new four-year contract.

“We’re really excited Jurrien has joined us. He is a versatile young defender,” said Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.

“Jurrien is a young player, but has already achieved so much. He has experienced what it’s like to go to a major international tournament on more than one occasion, as well as the trophies he has won with Ajax. We look forward to welcoming and integrating Jurrien into the squad.”