Thilo Kehrer is travelling to Amsterdam for a medical with AFC Ajax. The German defender is set to join from AS Monaco after the clubs reached a verbal agreement on Tuesday afternoon for a bare loan deal, as reported by Telegraaf.
The arrival of the 28-year-old international is intended to add valuable experience to manager Michel Sanchez's squad. Ajax currently sits fourth in the Eredivisie with seven points from three games and a goal difference of +6. The team is preparing for a crucial match against second-placed PSV Eindhoven on September 5th. You can check all upcoming matches on our fixtures page.
What does Kehrer's arrival mean for Ajax?
Thilo Kehrer brings a wealth of experience to the Johan Cruijff ArenA. The centre-back made 128 appearances for Paris Saint-Germain, who signed him for 37 million euros in the summer of 2018. After four years, he moved to West Ham United for 12 million euros, where he played fifty times. His most recent club was AS Monaco, for whom he played 99 times and was signed permanently for 11 million euros last summer. With 28 caps for Germany, he is a proven performer at the highest level. His signing significantly strengthens the defensive options.
How is the transfer process unfolding?
Negotiations between Ajax and Monaco progressed swiftly. "That is reported by sources around AS Monaco," writes Telegraaf. The clubs reached a verbal agreement on Tuesday and now want to finalise the paperwork quickly. The deal is for a bare loan, meaning Ajax has not secured an option to buy. The medical examination is the final formal step before the transfer can be made official. The club hopes to integrate Kehrer into the squad as soon as possible.
Where does Kehrer fit in the current squad?
Manager Michel Sanchez is adding a versatile defender in Kehrer, who can operate both centrally and on the right flank. His presence will be valuable during a busy period. Ajax trails league leaders AZ Alkmaar by five points and has important fixtures scheduled in the coming weeks. The reinforcement aligns with the club's desire for more experience and leadership within the ranks. The current team composition can be viewed on the squad page.
The next test for Ajax, and potentially for Kehrer, is the home match against PSV on September 5th. The latest league standings are always available via our standings overview.
