Ajax manager Míchel has stated the club wants to bring in three more players before the transfer window closes. The Amsterdam side currently sits fourth in the Eredivisie with seven points from three games and is preparing for a home match against PSV.
According to a report by Voetbal International this week, Míchel said after the 0-4 win over Telstar: "We still need a winger, a central defender, and possibly another midfielder." The coach emphasized the squad needs reinforcements, despite the recent arrival of defensive midfielder Sofyan Amrabat. Ajax has scored eight goals and conceded two this season, giving them a goal difference of plus six.
Which positions does Ajax need to strengthen?
Míchel specifically named a winger and a central defender as primary needs. An additional midfielder is on the wishlist as a possible option. This search is partly driven by the departure of attacker Mika Godts, for whom a similar replacement is being sought. Against Telstar, Ajax played without new signings Viktor Tsygankov and Sofyan Amrabat, who were presented on matchday.
The injury to Daley Blind is also a factor. The experienced defender is training individually again and Míchel hopes to have him back within one or two weeks. The current injury status of players can be followed on our injuries page. Bringing in a central defender could relieve pressure on the backline, especially with an eye on the title race where Ajax trails leaders AZ Alkmaar by five points.
What is the situation regarding Youri Baas?
One of the players facing uncertainty is defender Youri Baas. The 23-year-old is linked with a departure, with reported interest from FC Porto. However, Míchel indicated he would like the player to stay. "He is a boy with Ajax DNA. I don't know what will happen," said the manager. Baas's future is one of the dossiers that must be resolved this week.
Midfielder Youri Regeer, who is currently sidelined, is also attracting interest from German side Werder Bremen. Ajax faces the challenge of both strengthening and trimming the squad before the transfer deadline on Thursday. The full squad overview is available on our squad page.
How is Ajax positioned for the upcoming match?
The immediate focus is on the next league fixture. Ajax hosts PSV Eindhoven on Saturday, who are second in the table. This home match is an important early-season test. The Amsterdam side has a mixed recent form sequence of WDW (win, draw, win).
Looking ahead to that game and the rest of the season, strengthening the defense and attack is a priority for Míchel. The arrival of the desired players should bolster their competitive position in the Eredivisie, where the standings can change daily on our standings page. The pressure is high in the final days of the transfer period, but the coach has laid out his demands clearly.
