Green light': Arsenal will now push for player Arteta regards as a 'priority' alongside Rice - Romano

Arsenal will make another push to sign Ajax defender Jurrrien Timber after being encouraged from the player’s side of things. Timber is another player on Mikel Arteta’s hitlist as he looks to add to his squad before the Gunners go away for pre-season touring. As we know, Declan Rice remains a key target for Arteta and Arsenal. But other players are wanted, with Timber among the names being mentioned in recent weeks. Taking to Twitter just now, Romano has confirmed the news all Arsenal fans will have been wanting to see. The transfer guru has confirmed that the Gunners will now push to sign Timber after being given the ‘green light’ from the defender to make their move. Arsenal are preparing their second bid for Jurrien Timber. Expectation’s to be submitted soon — crucial step after green light from the player. 🚨⚪️🔴 #AFC Arteta has already approved Timber as priority target for this window. Arsenal are desperately trying to add to their squad in order to challenge Manchester City again next term. Kai Havertz is expected to sign, while there remains confidence a deal for Rice will be done eventually. Of course, Man City are circling on that front.