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Yahoo
4 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Jorrel Hato departure not a given: 'Ajax is home for me'
As conversations with Ajax club media have shown, Jorrel Hato's summer departure is not a given. The youngster has enjoyed some heavy interest from several top European clubs, but he seems open to a longer stay in Amsterdam. Arsenal and Chelsea, in particular, have been tracking the 19-year-old Hato, who was asked about his future plans. 'The smartest thing is to look at it per season. That's what I do,' said the defender. 'Of course, you want to achieve things in the end: the Champions League, a World Cup and a European Championship.' Advertisement 'I still have plenty of time. I don't think: I absolutely have to win the Champions League in two years,' Hato continued his story. What is the youngster's ultimate football dream? 'That is winning a World Cup. You want to be there when it happens.' Hato has already faced Lamine Yamal with the Dutch national team, but in the Eredivisie the Ajax defender cannot compete with such top players. He spoke of the domestic dynamic. 'In the Dutch league, you have to show how good you are against the big clubs. Ultimately, I have to continue to develop the things I am already good at, so that it becomes the best. How do I describe my time at Ajax? Ajax is home for me. I just feel at home here.' GBeNeFN | Max Bradfield
Daily Mail
2 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Arsenal target new defender as they monitor Premier League captain and ask about Ajax star in bid to add to their squad after going trophyless again
Arsenal have asked about a potential move for Ajax defender Jorrel Hato. The highly rated centre back made his senior debut at just 16 years old and became an undisputed starter for the Eredivisie side last season. Now 19, Hato has been appointed as one of Ajax's vice-captains, and was named Eredivisie Talent of the Year in 2024-25. The star, who can play left back and centre back, is also a target for Chelsea, who are once again on the hunt for reinforcements in defence. Liverpool fans were convinced they had spotted the Hato in the stands during the Reds' 4-1 win over Ipswich in January. One of the most sought-after talents in Europe, he was first called up to the Dutch senior squad in November 2023 for Euro 2024 qualifiers against Ireland and Gibraltar. His debut come when he replaced Virgil van Dijk at half time against the latter. Mikel Arteta is looking to bolster his side on the back of another trophyless season at the club At club level, he joined Ajax in 2018 from Sparta Rotterdam, and made his way through the academy before debuting for the senior side in November 2022. Since then, he has made 92 appearances for Ajax, scoring four goals. Arsenal also hold interest in Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi but he would want greater starting opportunities if he left. Palace anticipate offers will come from Newcastle and Chelsea for Guehi. The Magpies made a plethora of failed bids for the England international last summer, whom Palace demanded £70m for. Arsenal target Leroy Sane,meanwhile, is joining Galatasaray in a shock move after failing to agree on a new contract at Bayern Munich.
Evening Standard
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Evening Standard
Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal in Rodrygo talks, Gyokeres twist; Osimhen to Man Utd boost; Liverpool want Cherki
Manchester United look to have been given a boost over Victor Osimhen as they look to recover quickly from their Europa League final defeat, with Juventus apparently snubbed. Chelsea are pushing to strike a deal for Ajax defender Jorrel Hato, while Liverpool have entered the race for Rayan Cherki as they wait for an answer over Florian Wirtz and also look at Lyon's Malick Fofana amid Barcelona interest in Luis Diaz.
BBC News
21-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Gossip: Arsenal face competition in Hato race
Chelsea are understood to have opened talks with Ajax over a potential transfer for 19-year-old Netherlands defender Jorrel Hato, who is also a target for Arsenal and Liverpool. (Caughtoffside), externalWant more transfer news? Read Wednesday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
BBC News
21-05-2025
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- BBC News
Gossip: Chelsea could be an attractive move for Delap
Manchester United lead the race to sign 22-year-old Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap, but defeat in the Europa League final and consequential inability to offer him European football next season would hand Chelsea the advantage. (ESPN), externalChelsea are understood to have opened talks with Ajax over a potential transfer for 19-year-old Netherlands defender Jorrel Hato, who is also a target for Liverpool and Arsenal. (Caughtoffside), externalWant more transfer news? Read Wednesday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
