According to reputable sources like Fabrizio Romano, Goal and The Sun, Chelsea successfully recruited young defender Jorrel Hato from Ajax with an estimated transfer fee of more than 40 million euros (about 35 million pounds). The deal has completed all the personal terms and is waiting for medical examination.
Jorrel Hato, 18, is considered one of the brightest talents of the current Dutch football. Although he was very young, he had more than 100 appearances for the Ajax team and used to wear the captain's armband in many matches.
Hato plays well both in the center -back and left -back, which makes him an ideal target for Chelsea, the team is in need of more depth and flexibility in the defense.
As revealed by Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea reached an agreement with Ajax about the transfer fee exceeding 40 million euros, along with additional terms of the achievement.
The Dutch team will also receive 1% from the future sales deal. HATO is expected to sign a long -term contract to 2032, which is part of the investment policy in young players that Todd Boehly's owner is implementing in the past two years.
Hato's arrival of Stamford Bridge is considered a strategic step of the Blues, in the context that they need a plan to rotate and prevent the left -back position, where Marc Cucurella is overloaded. In addition, the young Dutch midfielder also stands out with the ability to play good foot, modern defensive thinking and the top competition experience in Europe.
Chelsea had a vibrant summer in the transfer market. Before Hato, the London team recruited 7 rookies including Jamie Gittens, Liam Delap, Estevao, Dario Essugo), Mamadou Sarr, Kendry Paez and Joao Pedro. The addition of Hato not only enhances the defensive power but also shows the long -term vision of the team leadership in building a collective and depth.
After completing the medical examination, HATO is expected to integrate quickly with the Premier League environment and is an important factor in the Renaissance journey of The Blues under Enzo Maresca.