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Chelsea has made a significant move in the transfer market with the signing of Jorrel Hato, one of the greatest defensive promises in Dutch football. As Fabrizio Romano revealed, the English team has reached an agreement with Ajax to acquire the services of the young defender for over 40 million euros. The 19-year-old player, whose priority was to join the London club, will sign a long-term contract.
🚨🔵 BREAKING: Jorrel Hato to Chelsea, here we go! Deal in place with Ajax for fee in excess of €40m.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 30, 2025
Hato will sign long term deal at Chelsea as he only wanted to join #CFC this summer.
Medical and travel set to be booked for talented defender. pic.twitter.com/5oWwNlANYp
Trained in the Ajax academy, Hato quickly established himself as an undisputed starter in the first team, accumulating over a hundred games despite his young age. His ability to play both as a left central defender and a left-back makes him a versatile player, perfect for the system Enzo Maresca is looking to implement during his time at Chelsea.
Jorrel Hato, new Chelsea player
With the addition of the Dutch youth international, the 'Blues' not only strengthen their defense with a highly promising player but also add a reliable option for rotation on the left flank, where he can directly compete with Marc Cucurella or adapt to a three-back system with long wing-backs.
This move reinforces Chelsea's policy of investing in young talent with both present and future prospects, focusing on players who can grow within an ambitious structure. Hato, who already has scheduled medical check-ups and his integration into the squad, will be one of the new faces in a team undergoing reconstruction. With his arrival, Stamford Bridge continues to send a clear message to the rest of Europe: Maresca's project is serious, and with players like Hato, they aim to build a solid foundation for the immediate and coming years.
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