‘That is too much’ – Arsenal star BLOCKED from visiting certain countries during the summer by the club

JURRIEN TIMBER had his own private fitness expert during the summer while recovering from an ankle operation.

The Arsenal defender worked with one of the club’s medical experts while abroad.

But he was told to cut down on his list of places he wanted to go to.

Timber, a £34million arrival from Ajax two years ago, is now fit and ready to start the season.

He explained: “I had an ankle operation at the end of the season.

“I had to take something out that was bothering me for a long time. I feel good now.

“During the summer, I went to a lot of nice places. At the same time I was doing rehab.

“I have been to Turkey and Curacao, where my mum is from.

“I went to Miami for a couple of days and Marbella. It was good.

“And I went to Asia with the club, of course. I have seen the whole world in two months!

“I had someone with me from the club helping me with my recovery.

“I had more places I wanted to go to, but the club said: ‘That is too much!’”

Timber has played 51 times for the Gunners since his arrival, scoring two goals, including one against today’s opponent, Manchester United.

Arsenal visit the Red Devils for their Premier League season opener in Super Sunday’s late kick-off.