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Youri Baas Transfer from Ajax to Porto
According to Voetbal International, Youri Baas was close to a move to FC Porto during the transfer period. Baas stated that a lot happened in the summer regarding a potential departure and that the uncertainty was difficult. He clarified that while talks did take place, he was not about to get on a plane. Baas added that the situation is no longer relevant, as he is now at Ajax and playing, which he described as the most important thing, and he is happy to play for the club.
According to Voetbal International, Youri Baas was close to a move to FC Porto during the transfer period. Baas stated that a lot happened in the summer regarding a potential departure and that the uncertainty was difficult. He clarified that while talks did take place, he was not about to get on a plane. Baas added that the situation is no longer relevant, as he is now at Ajax and playing, which he described as the most important thing, and he is happy to play for the club.
Voetbal International reports that Youri Baas's transfer to FC Porto failed. Youri Baas spoke about the transfer not proceeding and described the period as having been quite intense.
Voetbal International reports that Youri Baas's transfer to FC Porto failed. Youri Baas spoke about the transfer not proceeding and described the period as having been quite intense.
Transferjournalist Nicolò Schira reports that FC Porto has submitted a new bid for Ajax defender Youri Baas. According to Schira, a new bid for the 23-year-old defender has been officially submitted in Amsterdam, but the amount is unclear. This development follows a report on Monday, August 31, that the transfer was close to collapsing. Voetbal International and De Telegraaf had reported that no agreement was reached. Telegraaf journalist Mike Verweij stated that the previous bid from the club of Francesco Farioli, which amounted to 5.5 million euros to be paid immediately and 5.5 million euros one season later, was not taken seriously at all.
Transferjournalist Nicolò Schira reports that FC Porto has submitted a new bid for Ajax defender Youri Baas. According to Schira, a new bid for the 23-year-old defender has been officially submitted in Amsterdam, but the amount is unclear. This development follows a report on Monday, August 31, that the transfer was close to collapsing. Voetbal International and De Telegraaf had reported that no agreement was reached. Telegraaf journalist Mike Verweij stated that the previous bid from the club of Francesco Farioli, which amounted to 5.5 million euros to be paid immediately and 5.5 million euros one season later, was not taken seriously at all.
De Telegraaf reporter Mike Verweij reports that FC Porto made an offer for Youri Baas, bidding 5.5 million euros now and another 5.5 million euros next year. Ajax did not consider the offer seriously as it was far from their asking price. Verweij states that Ajax wants to receive the entire amount immediately, with the asking price being around fourteen to fifteen million euros. Negotiations are currently halted, but Verweij notes that Porto may return due to the recent injury to their left back Zaidu Sanusi. Baas's departure is possible as he lost his starting place to Daley Blind and Ajax sees more potential in Dies Janse for the future.
De Telegraaf reporter Mike Verweij reports that FC Porto made an offer for Youri Baas, bidding 5.5 million euros now and another 5.5 million euros next year. Ajax did not consider the offer seriously as it was far from their asking price. Verweij states that Ajax wants to receive the entire amount immediately, with the asking price being around fourteen to fifteen million euros. Negotiations are currently halted, but Verweij notes that Porto may return due to the recent injury to their left back Zaidu Sanusi. Baas's departure is possible as he lost his starting place to Daley Blind and Ajax sees more potential in Dies Janse for the future.
Voetbal International provides an update on the transfer situation regarding Baas and a potential move to Porto. Trainer Francesco Farioli wanted Baas to join Porto, after which the club contacted Amsterdam. Ajax was willing to cooperate for a specific price, but Porto's offer was insufficient. Baas was open to the move to Porto. For now, it appears that Baas will remain at Ajax unless a club is willing to pay what the club wants at the last minute. Because the transfer window is ending soon, technical director Jordi Cruijff will not easily cooperate with such a move.
Voetbal International provides an update on the transfer situation regarding Baas and a potential move to Porto. Trainer Francesco Farioli wanted Baas to join Porto, after which the club contacted Amsterdam. Ajax was willing to cooperate for a specific price, but Porto's offer was insufficient. Baas was open to the move to Porto. For now, it appears that Baas will remain at Ajax unless a club is willing to pay what the club wants at the last minute. Because the transfer window is ending soon, technical director Jordi Cruijff will not easily cooperate with such a move.
Youri Baas hopes to leave Ajax for FC Porto in the coming days. According to Algemeen Dagblad, FC Porto is working with Ajax to find a way to sign the defender but the budget is limited. Serious interest from Porto in Baas emerged on Sunday, and the player started on the bench in the Eredivisie match against Telstar due to transfer issues. According to AD, Baas hopes for a reunion with Francesco Farioli, who gave him his breakthrough at Ajax. The morning newspaper reports that both a permanent transfer and a loan deal are being considered. The transfer market in Portugal closes on September 5.
Youri Baas hopes to leave Ajax for FC Porto in the coming days. According to Algemeen Dagblad, FC Porto is working with Ajax to find a way to sign the defender but the budget is limited. Serious interest from Porto in Baas emerged on Sunday, and the player started on the bench in the Eredivisie match against Telstar due to transfer issues. According to AD, Baas hopes for a reunion with Francesco Farioli, who gave him his breakthrough at Ajax. The morning newspaper reports that both a permanent transfer and a loan deal are being considered. The transfer market in Portugal closes on September 5.
Ajax coach Michel has stated he does not know what will happen regarding the future of Youri Baas. The Dutch press has linked Baas with FC Porto. The coach admitted Baas could potentially leave but also expressed a desire for him to stay. Michel explained that Baas was left out of the starting eleven due to a short recovery time from a previous match, and he emphasised the importance of keeping the defender fit, particularly as Daley Blind is injured. It is also reported that Francesco Farioli, who coached Baas at Ajax during the 2024/25 season, greatly appreciates the player.
Ajax coach Michel has stated he does not know what will happen regarding the future of Youri Baas. The Dutch press has linked Baas with FC Porto. The coach admitted Baas could potentially leave but also expressed a desire for him to stay. Michel explained that Baas was left out of the starting eleven due to a short recovery time from a previous match, and he emphasised the importance of keeping the defender fit, particularly as Daley Blind is injured. It is also reported that Francesco Farioli, who coached Baas at Ajax during the 2024/25 season, greatly appreciates the player.
According to the Dutch press outlet 'Voetbal International', FC Porto has made a concrete offer for Ajax centre-back Youri Baas.
According to the Dutch press outlet 'Voetbal International', FC Porto has made a concrete offer for Ajax centre-back Youri Baas.
FC Porto has officially contacted Ajax to express their interest in Youri Baas, a 23-year-old Dutch Centre-Back. Ajax is open to a transfer for an acceptable price, with both a loan and a permanent sale being considered. The player, whose contract runs until the summer of 2028, is no longer guaranteed a starting spot despite first establishing himself as a regular player under Francesco Farioli, partly due to the development of Dies Janse. In addition to Porto, there are other clubs interested in Baas. The decision for him to start on the bench against Telstar seems to be a deliberate one, as Ajax is considering the scenario of a quick departure. Eintracht Frankfurt and Bologna have also been linked with the defender, who has yet to be capped by the senior Netherlands national team. Reports in May 2026 suggested Ajax could seek a fee of more than €20 million, and his current Transfermarkt valuation is €20.00m.
FC Porto has officially contacted Ajax to express their interest in Youri Baas, a 23-year-old Dutch Centre-Back. Ajax is open to a transfer for an acceptable price, with both a loan and a permanent sale being considered. The player, whose contract runs until the summer of 2028, is no longer guaranteed a starting spot despite first establishing himself as a regular player under Francesco Farioli, partly due to the development of Dies Janse. In addition to Porto, there are other clubs interested in Baas. The decision for him to start on the bench against Telstar seems to be a deliberate one, as Ajax is considering the scenario of a quick departure. Eintracht Frankfurt and Bologna have also been linked with the defender, who has yet to be capped by the senior Netherlands national team. Reports in May 2026 suggested Ajax could seek a fee of more than €20 million, and his current Transfermarkt valuation is €20.00m.
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