Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Jurrien Timber from Ajax for an overall fee of €47 million (£40m/$51m).

Arsenal have submitted a second bid for Jurrien Timber as they aim to close in on the signing of the Dutch defender from Ajax.

Arsenal have reached a agreement on personal terms with Jurrien Timber as they close in on signing the Ajax defender.

Arsenal have reportedly submitted an opening bid of £30m for Ajax defender Jurrien Timber, who has already agreed personal terms with the Gunners.

Ajax star Jurrien Timber was pictured heading into the FA Cup final between Manchester United and Manchester City amid links with the former.