Overview

• BBC reporter Sami Mokbel says negotiations are at an early stage but there is willingness on both sides to agree an extension past Timber’s current 2028 deal.
• The 24-year-old has reestablished himself as first-choice at right-back, starting most Premier League games this season after recovering from major injuries.
• Arteta described Timber as “phenomenal” and a “total player” and said he hopes the defender enjoys a long future at the club.
• The talks come as Arsenal consolidate key contracts, with William Saliba signed to a new five-year deal and Bukayo Saka discussions ongoing under sporting director Andrea Berta.
• Bayern Munich and another leading European club were reported to have reached out to Timber’s camp, but sources indicate there is no expectation of a move.