Liverpool Targets £40m Ajax Star, Alarming Arsenal

Liverpool has initiated contact to acquire Ajax’s promising defender Jorrel Hato, valued at £40 million. This move has reportedly caused concern at Arsenal, who have been monitoring the player for several years.

Liverpool Closes in on Premier League Title as Slot Plans Summer Reinforcements

The Reds took a significant step towards clinching the Premier League title in Arne Slot’s debut season following a crucial 2-1 victory over West Ham. With Arsenal dropping points against Brentford, Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the table. Virgil van Dijk’s late winner means Liverpool could secure the title as early as this weekend.

Before the match, news broke of Mohamed Salah signing a new two-year contract with Liverpool. Commenting on this development, manager Slot hinted at an ambitious transfer window to strengthen the squad for next season:

“We’re confident Salah can maintain his high performance levels for two more years. We aim to build a very strong team for next season. It’s always beneficial to have a proven goalscorer in the squad.”

Slot added that Salah’s contract extension demonstrates the club’s and owners’ ambition to continue Liverpool’s successful run in recent years.

Liverpool Contacts Ajax Regarding £40m Defender Hato

According to reports from TEAMtalk, Liverpool has made contact with Ajax regarding a potential move for defender Jorrel Hato. The 19-year-old Dutch international, who can play as both a left-back and center-back, is reportedly valued at £40 million.

This development has allegedly caused concern at Arsenal, who have been tracking Hato for several years. The young defender, described as “insane” by some media outlets, has already broken into the senior Netherlands national team and has been a regular for Ajax in recent seasons.

Hato, a product of Ajax’s renowned youth academy, has primarily featured as a left-back this season, contributing six assists and three goals. His versatility and potential have attracted interest from top Premier League clubs.

As the summer transfer window approaches, it appears Liverpool and Arsenal may engage in a bidding war for the talented defender, mirroring their intense competition in this season’s Premier League title race.