Colonia's sporting director Thomas Kessler and coach Kwasniok are heavily engaged in negotiating the transfer of Ahmetcan Kaplan from Ajax. The discussions have been ongoing for several days, and Sky Sport reports that the German club is making considerable progress in finalizing the deal. It is understood that an agreement in principle has been reached with the player, though a conclusive agreement with Ajax is still pending. The clubs are continuing to negotiate the player's valuation, with Ajax recently setting their asking price at up to six million euros for Kaplan. Meanwhile, Galatasaray's interest in the promising central defender has diminished, providing Colonia with the opportunity to approach the player without competition.

Ajax coach John Heitinga stated that Ahmetcan Kaplan has been granted permission to engage in transfer negotiations. The specific club he is negotiating with is unknown, but he is expected to leave Ajax before the new season. He was not included in the squad for a friendly match against Mechelen.

Ahmetcan Kaplan might be sold by Ajax if another player impresses during preparations. Heitinga may have a say in his future.

There are questions about the future of Ahmetcan Kaplan at Ajax. Kaplan does not seem satisfied with a position on the bench and has not played this season due to fitness issues after returning late from the European Championship.