Real Madrid eyeing Jurriën Timber

Madrid's interest in bolstering their defense

Transfers 18 April 2026 at 03:47

Real Madrid have reportedly added Jurriën Timber to their shortlist for a possible transfer at the end of the season.

According to Sports Boom, the Spanish giants, always on the lookout for versatile defensive profiles, are closely monitoring the Dutch defender, who can operate in several positions across the backline. However, Arsenal's stance is clear: Timber is considered indispensable and is not for sale.

🚨| Real Madrid are targeting Arsenal defender Jurriën Timber as a potential successor to Dani Carvajal, per Sports Boom.

Arsenal consider him untouchable and are preparing a new long-term contract. The Gunners would only open talks for ~€100m a fee Madrid are unlikely to meet.… pic.twitter.com/SmmmAa4sNG
— Fan Arsenal Team (@_ArsenalTeam) April 18, 2026

The London club's management are even looking to secure his future with a contract extension. Still according to Sports Boom, Arsenal would only consider negotiations starting at around €100 million—a price tag deemed highly unlikely for Real Madrid to meet. As things stand, the deal looks extremely complicated for Los Blancos.

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