AFC Ajax must submit its final squad list for European competitions by Wednesday, September 2nd at 23:59. This UEFA deadline coincides with the closure of the Eredivisie transfer window, as reported by Voetbal International. The Amsterdam club currently sits fourth in the Eredivisie with seven points from three matches and a +6 goal difference.
What is the UEFA A-list?
The A-list is the main squad registration for clubs participating in the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, or Conference League, allowing a maximum of 25 players. This list must be submitted to UEFA by midnight tonight, September 2nd, 2026. Clubs can later register up to three new players for the knockout phase before February 4th, 2027. The 25-player maximum for the A-list remains constant at all times. Ajax fans can track the current squad composition on our squad page.
Which clubs must submit their squads?
Alongside AFC Ajax, the other Dutch participants in European competitions must also submit their lists. These are PSV Eindhoven, Feyenoord, AZ Alkmaar, NEC Nijmegen, and FC Twente. These six clubs represent the Netherlands on the European stage this season. The deadline is the same for all clubs and aligns exactly with the closing of the Eredivisie transfer window. The A-list deadline is therefore a hard cutoff for all European aspirations this season.
How does it differ from the B-list?
In addition to the A-list, clubs have the option to utilize a B-list. This list can be amended throughout the season, unlike the fixed A-list. Players are eligible for the B-list if they were born on or after January 1st, 2005, and have been registered with the club continuously for at least two years. A club's own youth players can be used on the B-list without restriction, which could be a significant advantage for Ajax given its renowned academy.
What is Ajax's current league standing?
The deadline falls during a busy week for Ajax. The club is currently fourth in the Eredivisie with seven points from three games. They have scored eight goals and conceded two. Ajax trails league leaders AZ Alkmaar by five points. The next fixture is a crucial home match against PSV Eindhoven on Saturday, September 5th. PSV sits second in the table, highlighting the importance of this encounter. Fans can view the full schedule on our fixtures page and follow the live standings via standings.
The immediate focus is on submitting the correct squad on time, ensuring Ajax is fully prepared to begin its European campaign. The next league match against PSV is in three days.
