Chelsea has confirmed 19 -year -old Defender Jorle Hatto’s signature from Ajax in a $ 37 million agreement.
The high-rated Dutch International has signed a long-term agreement that runs by 2032 and will be connected to its new colleagues with the weekend.
Hato told Chelsea’s official website, “I am very enthusiastic, I am happy to come here.”
“I thought a lot about my future and I want to take the next step in my career. Chelsea is the best place for me so I’m so happy.”
Despite the only 3, Hato has already gained significant experience at the senior level. There are more than 6 matches for Ajax and six matches for the Netherlands.
In 2023, he became the youngest player in the club’s history as the captain of the Amsterdam in the 17th year.
Capable of playing both the center-back and the left place, its versatility and peace have led to the most defensive defensive potential in Europe.
Hato had previously interested in most of Europe’s top clubs with Arsenal, but Chelsey has now won the race of his signature.
Ajax Technical Director Alex Croses acknowledged that it is difficult to see the young defender, but he expressed his pride for his development:
Croses said, “With the transfer of Jorrall, we lose our pillars in the rescue.
“He is not only a great talent and a good player, but also a good personality and personality. We would have preferred to keep him for at least another year, but we have realized that he has attracted his attention to this amazing adventure that he is now waiting for him in the Premier League.
“We wish him all the best and are proud of what he did for Aj and wishes every success in England.”
Hato joined Ajax’s academy from Sparta Rotterdam in 2018 and signed his first business agreement at 16 o’clock.
Another talented young player has been added to the Chelsea team before the 2025-26 Premier League season, which starts with the Home match against Crystal Palace from August 17.
