AFC Ajax has a new signing in Julian Brandt, and manager Míchel is pleased. 'He is a big player and with him, Ajax is a better team,' Míchel said after the match against FC Volendam. The Spaniard is also hopeful about keeping Mika Godts, who is in talks with Paris Saint-Germain. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 5th in Eredivisie, 51 pts, 13W-12D-5L from 30 games, recent form WLDWL.
What does Brandt bring to Ajax?
Julian Brandt is an experienced player with 48 caps for Germany. Míchel sees him as an asset to the midfield. 'He can play as a number 10, but also in other positions. He has top quality and is at his best in the final third.'
Why does Míchel want to keep Godts?
Mika Godts is a young talent with great potential. Míchel wants him to stay at Ajax. 'He is a huge talent and a big player. I know his situation, but I want him to stay with us.'
What does this mean for the future?
With Brandt on board and Godts possibly still in the team, the future looks bright for Ajax. The club finished fifth in the Eredivisie last season, with 57 goals scored and 37 conceded. Goals this season: 57 scored, 37 conceded (+20 goal difference).
What's next?
Ajax is 23 points behind champions PSV Eindhoven. Title race: 23 points behind leaders PSV Eindhoven. The coming months will be crucial for the club to strengthen and move up the table.
