ARSENAL are reportedly “streets ahead” of Manchester United in the race for Jurrien Timber.
That’s after holding “secret talks” with the Ajax and Holland star.
Timber, 22, was the subject of a failed bid from United last summer.
Erik ten Hag raided his old side for Antony and Lisandro Martinez.
And he was also eager to bring Timber to Old Trafford too.
However, Arsenal have now moved into pole position after launching a £30million this week.
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The bid has already been rejected, with Ajax holding out for £50m.
But De Telegraaf claims Arsenal remain miles ahead of Man Utd, giving them time to prepare a second offer.
Mikel Arteta is already closing in on ambitious moves for Chelsea forward Kai Havertz and West Ham midfielder Declan Rice.
And versatile Timber is seen as the ideal man to strengthen Arsenal’s defence.
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It’s now reckoned the Dutchman has already held secret talks with Gunners chiefs in London.
And Timber has since told Ajax he intends on making the switch to the Emirates this summer.
It now leaves United facing the prospect of missing out on another defensive target, with Napoli’s Kim Min-Jae heading to Bayern Munich.
Timber has been at Ajax since 2014, playing 121 times while winning two Dutch titles.
He is also a regular for Holland and has 15 caps to his name.
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