Ajax reject bid for Jorrel Hato
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Chelsea are working on a deal for Xavi Simons, whilst they are also in the market for a left sided defender to strengthen Enzo Maresca’s squad. The Blues are desperate for back-up to Marc Cucurella at left back, and have identified 19-year-old Ajax star Hato as the player they want.
Chelsea are looking to complete a double Dutch swoop for Ajax defender Jorrel Hato and RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons this summer.
United States men's national team midfielder Giovanni Reyna and Dutch defender Jorell Hato are being linked with moves to the Premier League and Serie A this week.
Chelsea have officially opened talks with Ajax over the signing of highly rated Dutch defender Jorrel Hato, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The 19-year-old is said to be keen on a move to Stamford Bridge and has already indicated he is ready to accept personal terms with the Premier League club.
It's set to be a busy end of the week for Chelsea and they will hope to complete the double swoop in time for the squad's return to their Cobham training base at the beginning of August to begin preparations for their 2025/26 Premier League opener.