Chelsea Push for Hato as Defender Sits Out Ajax Final

Jorrel Hato (Ajax)
July 2025

Ajax defender Jorrel Hato requested not to play in the Como Cup final amid Chelsea interest. The 19-year-old wants to avoid injury risk with a potential move to the Premier League club under serious negotiation.
Chelsea and Ajax remain apart on valuation. The Blues bid around £35m, while Ajax hold out for £52m. Talks are ongoing. Hato’s decision to sit out the match signals intent to push for the move. He’s considered one of Europe’s top young defensive prospects.