Chelsea Open Talks for Ajax Star Jorrel Hato as Deal for Xavi Simons Nears Completion

KEY POINTS:

• Chelsea have begins an official discussions  with Ajax for Jorrel Hato.

• The 19-year-old Dutch defender is reportedly worth above £30 million.

• Chelsea are guaranteed to secure personal terms with Hato.

• Negotiations remain active and are moving in a favorable direction due to good Ajax-Chelsea relations.

• Chelsea are progressing simultaneously on another deal for Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig.

Chelsea Start Talks for Ajax’s Jorrel Hato as Xavi Simons Transfer Talks Progresses

Chelsea are moving with urgency without delay in the transfer market this summer, as the club allegedly commences formal negotiations with Ajax to sign Dutch defensive wunderkind Jorrel Hato. The decision is made as new head coach Enzo Maresca looks to form a dynamic, youthful squad for the 2025/26 campaign.

Jorrel Hato, even at the tender age of 19 has already cemented his place as a full Netherlands international and a pivotal player in Ajax squad. He is drawing praises from across Europe, the adaptable defender is renowned for his intellect on the ball, calm composure under pressure, and the ability to play both as a centre-back and left-back.

Fabrizio Romano revealed that official negotiations have kicked off between the clubs, and Chelsea feels pretty good and have confident about sealing this deal. Securing personal terms with Hato isn’t seen as a problem at all, with the player reportedly open to the move.

The sticking point in these transfer talks is currently the fee, with the youngster’s market value estimated at over £30 million, according to Transfermarkt. The Blues are leveraging their strong relationship with Ajax, which could certainly help seal the deal without too much agitation.

WHO IS JORREL HATO?

• Position: Centre-back / Left-back

• Nationality: Netherlands

• Strengths: Magnificent ball-playing skills, positional consciousness , amazing  composure

• Potential: Observed as one of Europe’s most stimulating , modern defensive anticipation.

CHELSEA DRAWING CLOSER TO SIGN XAVI SIMONS

It looks like Chelsea’s summer transfer plans are getting hotter, and they’re certainly not putting all their eggs in one basket. While negotiation progressing for Hato, the Blues are also allegedly about to finalize Xavi Simons deal, his Dutch national teammate.  Currently showcasing his skills at RB Leipzig, Simons is expected to depart the Bundesliga club this summer, and Chelsea are among the frontrunners for his signature.

Xavi Simons, the kind of innovative attacking midfielder every top club desires, appears to be a main goal for Chelsea. His arrival would inject a refined flourish and dynamic selections into their midfield setup. Leipzig seems geared up to do business, and sources familiar with the matter reports that the ongoing negotiations are advancing very positively.