Chelsea Football Club has successfully completed a £37m deal to sign Jorrel Hato, the promising defender from Ajax. The 19-year-old Dutch international has finalized a seven-year contract with the Blues, marking another significant addition to their squad.
Hato underwent a medical examination in London over the weekend and subsequently sealed his move to Chelsea. This marks an exciting new chapter for the young player who emerged from Ajax's famed academy and made his debut in their first team at just 16 years old.
Hato is known for his versatility on the field, adept at playing both left-back or centre-back positions. His skills and leadership qualities were recognized early on when he was appointed as captain of Ajax at just 17 years old. During his tenure with Ajax, he made an impressive total of 111 appearances.
Eighth signing of the summer window
The acquisition of Hato is part of Chelsea's aggressive strategy during this summer transfer window. He becomes their eighth signing, reinforcing their defensive line-up as they look forward to defending their FIFA Club World Cup championship title.
Dutch defender, Jorrel Hato, said:
"I'm very excited, I'm so happy to be here,"
"I thought a lot about my future and wanted to take the next step in my career. Chelsea is the best place for me to do that so I'm very happy."
On top of his club career achievements, Hato also boasts an international career with the Netherlands national team. He made his international debut against Gibraltar in 2023 and has since earned six caps representing his country.
The signing of Jorrel Hato demonstrates Chelsea’s commitment towards nurturing young talent while strengthening its squad depth ahead of what promises to be another challenging season. For sports fans and sports betting enthusiasts alike, this move adds another layer of excitement as we anticipate how this young star will contribute to Chelsea’s performance in upcoming matches.
