Timber at Real, the big blow is preparing for 85 ME

Recruited by Arsenal from Ajax Amsterdam for 40 million euros three years ago, Jurriën Timber is one of the Gunners’ best players. It is therefore not surprising to see Real Madrid interested in the Dutchman.

The summer will be hectic at Real Madrid. Eliminated in the quarter-finals of the Champions League and very far from the mark in La Liga, with a new title left to FC Barcelona, the Casa Blanca club must absolutely strengthen itself during the next transfer window. The work should mainly concern the midfield and defense. It is therefore not surprising to see that Real Madrid are very interested in Jurriën Timber, who is by far one of the best defenders in the Premier League.

The Dutchman, who shines under the orders of Mikel Arteta at Arsenal, is the subject of real interest from Real Madrid according to Sports Boom. The media understands that the reigning Spanish vice-champion makes the Dutchman his priority in the event of the departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold on the right lane, the Englishman having a disappointing season despite the hopes placed in him at the time of his signing from Liverpool. Jurriën Timber represents everything that Arsenal leaders are looking for: a very strong player defensively but also capable of bringing the surplus to his right lane.

Real Madrid rushes towards Jurriën Timber

He embodies the ideal recruit in the eyes of Madrid management. Problem: Arsenal absolutely does not want to let go of the brother of Quinten Timber, the OM midfielder. Linked to the Gunners until June 2028, the native of Utrecht could thus be the subject of an XXL extension from the London club. To keep their 24-year-old defender, Arsenal would be ready to offer Timber a very long-term contract, beyond 2030, with a colossal salary at stake.

Real Madrid, which wants to keep a certain balance in its wage bill and even more so with the departures of big salaries to come such as Rüdiger or Alaba, will not go crazy on the salary front despite the very strong interest in Jurriën Timber. On the other hand, the Merengue are ready to pay up to 85 ME to recruit him. It remains to be seen if despite its financial prudence, the Casa Blanca club will manage to find the arguments to afford the Dutch international (23 caps).