AFC Ajax defender Ahmetcan Kaplan will stay with the club, despite interest from NEC. The transfer has fallen through.
What happened?
The transfer of Kaplan to NEC has not gone through, despite the clubs finding a construction to make the deal happen. Kaplan had already indicated that he wanted to return to NEC, but it seems that he will now stay with AFC Ajax.
Why did the transfer not go through?
The reason for the failed transfer is not clear, but it is known that NEC has been interested in Kaplan's arrival for some time. AFC Ajax had loaned Kaplan to NEC last season, where he made a good impression.
What does this mean for AFC Ajax?
AFC Ajax is currently in 5th place in the Eredivisie, with 51 points from 30 games, and a recent form of WLDWL. The club has scored 57 goals and conceded 37 goals, with a goal difference of +20. AFC Ajax is 23 points behind leader PSV Eindhoven. Kaplan's contract runs until 2027, so it's possible that he will still play a role at the club in the future.
