Ajax officially sign 5 year contract with defender previously linked to Liverpool

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Image Credits: Imago Images Ajax have moved decisively to secure one of Europe’s brightest young defensive talents, confirming a new five-year deal for a player who had been firmly on Liverpool’s radar Liverpool’s season is unravelling at the worst possible time. They now face the near-impossible task of overturning that deficit at Anfield on April 14, while simultaneously sitting fifth in the Premier League and fighting just to qualify for next season’s Champions League.

Jorthy Mokio had posted 91% passing accuracy in the Champions League this season, ranking in the top 10% of midfielders under 21 in Europe, and had contributed two goals and an assist across 21 Eredivisie appearances. Ajax technical director Jordi Cruijff made clear exactly why the club moved quickly to secure his future, “Jorthy is only 18 years old and he has already played nearly 50 matches for Ajax’s first team.” “Across Europe, everyone knows the talent he has.” “We are very pleased that he came to us to say he wants to stay longer.” “He can continue to develop here and contribute even more to Ajax.” “We are confident that he will bring us a lot of joy in the seasons to come.” For Liverpool, the door is not entirely closed, the new deal is reported to contain a significant release clause.

But for now, as they prepare to overturn a two-goal deficit against PSG without a fit first-choice goalkeeper, Mokio will be watching from Amsterdam. Ajax Jorthy Mokio. v