Arsenal target new defender as they monitor Premier League captain and ask about Ajax star in bid to add to their squad after going trophyless againThe Gunners finished runners-up in the Premier League and fell short in EuropeThough their defensive record was strong, they are looking to improve in the areaLISTEN: Was ‘Fergie Time’ real? Veteran Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg reveals all on the first episode of the Mail’s brand-new football podcast Whistleblowers Published: 23:36, 11 June 2025 | Updated: 23:36, 11 June 2025 Arsenal have asked about a potential move for Ajax defender Jorrel Hato.The highly rated centre back made his senior debut at just 16 years old and became an undisputed starter for the Eredivisie side last season.Now 19, Hato has been appointed as one of Ajax’s vice-captains, and was named Eredivisie Talent of the Year in 2024-25.The star, who can play left back and centre back, is also a target for Chelsea, who are once again on the hunt for reinforcements in defence.Liverpool fans were convinced they had spotted the Hato in the stands during the Reds’ 4-1 win over Ipswich in January. One of the most sought-after talents in Europe, he was first called up to the Dutch senior squad in November 2023 for Euro 2024 qualifiers against Ireland and Gibraltar. His debut come when he replaced Virgil van Dijk at half time against the latter. Arsenal have asked about a potential move for versitile Ajax defender Jorrel Hato (pictured) The 19-year-old, who can play left or centre back, is a fully-fledged Netherlands international Arsenal are also monitoring Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi (left), but he would want greater starting opportunities Mikel Arteta is looking to bolster his side on the back of another trophyless season at the clubAt club level, he joined Ajax in 2018 from Sparta Rotterdam, and made his way through the academy before debuting for the senior side in November 2022.Since then, he has made 92 appearances for Ajax, scoring four goals.Arsenal also hold interest in Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi but he would want greater starting opportunities if he left.Palace anticipate offers will come from Newcastle and Chelsea for Guehi.The Magpies made a plethora of failed bids for the England international last summer, whom Palace demanded £70m for.Arsenal target Leroy Sane,meanwhile, is joining Galatasaray in a shock move after failing to agree on a new contract at Bayern Munich.
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