AFC Ajax signs Belgian footballer Sari Kees. The 25-year-old defender comes on a free transfer from Leicester City and signs a contract until the summer of 2029.
What happened?
Kees played in Belgium for OH Leuven and Genk, before moving to Leicester in 2024. She made her debut for the Belgian national team in 2022.
Why is this important for AFC Ajax?
With Sari, we are bringing in an experienced player who knows what is required at the highest level, said technical manager Dolf Roks of Ajax Vrouwen. Not surprisingly, she wore the captain's armband in Leuven and is a Belgian international.
What comes next?
AFC Ajax is in fifth place in the Eredivisie, with 51 points from 30 games, and a goal difference of +20. The competition has not yet started, but AFC Ajax is already busy with preparations. Kees is a smart defender who chooses her position well and can provide a good build-up with her footballing qualities, according to Roks. AFC Ajax scored 57 goals and conceded 37 goals in the 2025 season. The team is 23 points behind leader PSV Eindhoven.
