Chelsea Hold Talks Over Jorrel Hato Transfer Amid Premier League Tug-of-War

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Over the years, Ajax has produced many top players who have drawn the attention of many English clubs members. Chelsea is currently chasing the signature of Ajax wonderkid Jorrel Hato this summer.

What Happened?

Jorrel Hato is one sensational player in the Eredivisie this season. The 19-year-old has drawn the attention of some of the big dogs in the Premier League. With the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool on the race to sign the 19-year-old wonderkid, this is going to be a very competitive one. According to Dutch journalist Mike Verweij, he said Chelsea has gone far in the discussion of signing Jorrel Hatto this season. He mentioned that Chelsea has already held a preliminary talk with Ajax, making the club the most serious among all the clubs looking to sign Jorrel Hatto. With this new development, Chelsea will be looking to position themselves at the front of the queue to land one of Europe’s most promising young defenders.

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What Was Said?

In an interview with Voetbal Primeur, Vrweij made some important comments regarding the future of Hatto and Chelsea's interest in the 19-year-old. In his words, he said:

“So, Ajax has spoken to Chelsea about Hato. But he has also been linked to Liverpool and Arsenal. That is what you want as a Dutch club. That also happened with Lisandro Martínez, and then the price can go to a level that makes you really happy. They will be rubbing their hands with glee.”

With this statement, things are looking tighter right now as all hands are on deck, looking at who is going to make the checkmate move. Ajax believes that Hatto is capable of fetching a top-tier transfer fee just like Martínez did before his move to Manchester United. This looks like we are going to be experiencing a bidding war.

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The Bigger Picture

Hatto has risen to a level where big clubs are eager to get him on board. The wonder kid made his first senior debut at the age of 16 in Ajax, showing how promising his future is. The young lad has solidified his place and status as one of the most exciting defenders to watch in Ajax, making him a top target for top Premier League clubs like Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool.

Ajax is struggling financially at the moment, and selling a player like Hatto will be a great way to rake in some funds for the club. The club believes that selling Hatto at a premium price will go a long way for the club.

Chelsea is looking at the long run by signing young players who will build the future of the team. Having a player like Hatto is part of the club's plan in building a formidable youth team that will help the club dominate the Premier League for a long time. On the other hand, Arsenal and Liverpool also have a similar plan for the future. We all know that Arsenal has a good track record of building young teams.

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Did You Know?

The 19-year-old Jorrel Hatto has made a total of 50 appearances for Ajax's senior team. This number alone is a rare one for a 19-year-old teenager, most especially in European football.

Jorrel Hatto was named Ajax’s Young Player of the Year in 2023 and has captained the Dutch U21 national team.

What's Next?

Ajax will be hosting NEC on the 11th of May 2025, which means that the club needs to maintain their stronghold in the Eredivisie. While the club still looks forward to winning their matches, they will keep an eye on ensuring they secure some good money from Premier League clubs like Chelsea and others.

Conclusion

Do you think Chelsea will pull through with the deal, or are they going to back out of the deal? Let us know what you think in the comments section.

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