In today’s Arsenal transfer news – Mikel Arteta expects to have his ideal defender signed next week, an update on Declan Rice & much more.
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Arsenal transfer news – Jurrien Timber deal will be done “next week”
Excellent progression has been made in Arsenal’s pursuit to sign Jurrien Timber from Ajax. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal could be completed as soon as next week, which would be beneficial to the player since it would grant him a pre-season to impress the boss and the fans.
Arsenal are getting closer to completing Jurrien Timber deal. Sources feel it will be done next week. ⚪️🔴⏳ #AFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 1, 2023
Negotiations at the final stages since Thursday — more positive contacts took place.
Payment terms being discussed with Ajax… and then time for medical. pic.twitter.com/94hJMgpFKD
Arsenal transfer news – West Ham drop Declan Rice hint
When it comes to paying attention to the finer details, no fanbase does it like Arsenal.
There has been another masterclass from the Emirates Stadium faithful, this time involving Declan Rice. They have discovered that West Ham United has removed the option to buy a personalised jersey with Rice on the back. The news comes from the Mirror and fans think this is a hint that Rice will join Arsenal, following the £105m negotiations.
Arsenal transfer news – Kai Havertz is the highest paid player
According to Bild (via Goal), new Arsenal signing Kai Havertz has become their highest paid player since signing from Chelsea just a few days ago. On £17m per year, Arsenal fans hope that the Germany international will make the Gunners a return on their investment. Although, in terms of the fee paid towards Chelsea (transfer fee), Havertz is second on that list.
What do you make of today’s Arsenal transfer news?