Jurrien Timber will only join Arsenal if THREE 'demands' are met as they make opening offer

Ajax defender Jurrien Timber has already stated that he will only move clubs if three demands are met, amid the interest from Arsenal. 

 According to The Athletic, Arsenal had submitted an opening bid of £30m on Monday to sign the 22-year-old. 

  This was backed up by Dutch outlet De Telegraaf, who added that Arsenal had already agreed personal terms with the Netherlands defender. But Ajax are seeking a fee of £50m. 

 Timber heading to Arsenal would represent a huge blow to Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, who tried to bring the defender to Old Trafford last summer. 

 According to the Daily Mirror, the Ajax star rejected a reunion with Ten Hag in favour of staying at the Amsterdam Arena until at least the 2022 World Cup. 

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But, he could now be heading to the Emirates instead, as they look to build on a good second-placed finish in the Premier League last campaign. 

  And they will need to meet a number of demands which was revealed by the player himself in order to finalise a deal. 

 Speaking to Dutch outlet Ziggy Sport this season over a possible move, Timber said he would judge any move away from Ajax on three separate criteria. 

 "For me, it is the same situation as last season," he began (quotes via Voetbal Primeur). "If I say, 'I'm leaving', it has to fit.

"Playing style is important, playing minutes... Participating in the prizes [trophies] is also important. 

"My favourite country? I dare not say that. "That's why I'm doing the same as last season. The chance is there, it can happen, but I'm also good here. I'm still young and everything suits me here. I'm going to take a look." 

 Arteta's playing style is one of the most positive and offensive styles in the Premier League, while Timber would compete for a place in the team at centre-back and right-back. 

And the Gunners will hope to once again compete for big trophies next campaign. 

 Speaking to Helden Magazine (via Sport Witness) last summer, Timber said he may find it tough to resist a move to Manchester City. 

 He said: "I play for the prizes here [at Ajax]; there is no better place to be. Ajax was always my dream club; I also slept under an Ajax duvet. 

 "I plan to stay here for a while. But if Manchester City calls, what should I do?"