"I feel at home..." - Jurrien Timber gives four reasons why he's joined Arsenal as Ajax transfer confirmed

Jurrien Timber says he already feels 'at home' at Arsenal after completing his move from Ajax.

Timber, 22, has joined the Gunners on a long-term deal to become the club's second signing of the summer after Kai Havertz.

Arsenal are believed to have paid around £38m for the defender, who made 121 senior appearances for Ajax.

Timber is now expected to join up with the squad ahead of their pre-season tour of the United States, with their next warm-up match coming against an MLS All-Star XI on Thursday.

Timber had previously been linked with Manchester United and Liverpool but says he had no doubts about joining Arsenal once he became aware of their interest.

Timber gives four reasons for joining Arsenal

In a video to announce his move, Timber explained his decision to join the Gunners.

"Growing up in Utrecht, we all dreamed of being football players," said the Dutch defender.

"When I watched games with my brothers when I was a kid, of course I wanted to play for one of the biggest and best teams in the world.

"But I really had a sense that it had to be a team that plays in the right way, a club that has the right values, that develops young talent and has an unbreakable bond with its supporters.

"And now that I'm here, I feel at home already. Something special is happening here. And I want to be part of it. Now, let’s get to work."

Explaining his decision to sign Timber, Arteta told the club's website: "We're really excited that Jurrien has joined us. He is a versatile young defender, who will fit into our system and provide our squad with so much added quality.

"Jurrien is a young player, but has already achieved so much. He has experienced what it’s like to go to a major international tournament on more than one occasion, as well as the trophies he has won with Ajax.

"We look forward to welcoming and integrating Jurrien into the squad."

While sporting director Edu added: "We are very happy to bring Jurrien to Arsenal. He is a player that we have admired for a long time, so it's a credit to everyone in our team that made this happen.

"Jurrien is a young talented international player, who fits our vision of competing with a young strong squad. I know Jurrien cannot wait to get started and we're really hoping that he will be a great success here for many years."

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