Ajax Working on Deal for Geertruida
Ajax is intensively negotiating with RB Leipzig to sign the versatile defender Lutsharel Geertruida. The former Feyenoord player, who spent last season on loan at Sunderland, has now returned to RB Leipzig.
According to Mike Verweij of De Telegraaf, Ajax made an offer to the 26-year-old Geertruida on Wednesday evening. PSV Eindhoven is also interested and wants him on loan, but RB Leipzig prefers a permanent deal.
De Telegraaf reports that Ajax has offered a loan, but if Mika Godts departs, Ajax may be able to offer €18 million for Geertruida. According to Eindhovens Dagblad, PSV and Geertruida are nearly agreed on personal terms, although PSV is only interested in a loan deal.
Geertruida Would Be an Ideal Signing
Geertruida's versatility would make him an ideal addition to Michel Sanchez's team. If Josip Sutalo and Ko Itakura depart, Ajax would be left with just two right-footed central defenders: Aaron Bouwman and Dies Janse. Both players are capable of starting games in the Eredivisie, but they are young and inexperienced. Geertruida would provide Michel with an experienced option in that position.
Ajax is also keen on a right-back who can stay deep and become a third central defender in possession. Geertruida excels in this role, and his ability to play as a midfielder is valuable. However, it's crucial for Ajax to sign a specialist in that position.
The signing of Geertruida would significantly boost Ajax's chances of winning the Eredivisie. If Ajax can agree on a fair and reasonable deal, it is definitely a transfer they need to complete.
