Ajax Amsterdam is famous for its ability to produce stars and its achievements in winning various titles both in Europe and in the Netherlands.
Since founded in 1900, Ajax has won various domestic and international titles. It can be said that De Godenzonen is one of the best and most successful teams in the Netherlands. not only titles that make Ajax famous. Recruitment, player development, academy and its history have made this club prominent in Europe. In fact, it can be said, the Netherlands should be grateful to De Godenzonen who has given birth to great talents for the Tulip country.
Talking about great players who have defended Ajax, of course it is no secret how they turn the players into famous players targeted by European teams. In fact, De Godenzonen's way of reaping appreciation for successfully providing multiple benefits for the team from Amsterdam.
There are at least five players who have provided profits of hundreds of billions to trillions of Rupiah for Ajax Amsterdam. Here are five players with the biggest advantage that De Godenzonen has had.
1. Hakim Ziyech
In February 2020, the world of football was shocked with Hakim Ziyech's move to Chelsea. The reason is, not many rumors have reported this transfer. But Ajax seems tempted by the Blues' offer, which is around Rp. 653 billion.
Ziyech himself was brought in by Ajax from FC Twente in 2016. But it only took 3.5 seasons, De Godenzonen managed to negotiate it to Chelsea and earned a profit of USD 27.733.000
2. Arkadiusz Milik
This Polish striker also gave Ajax a big advantage. In 2015, Milik was brought in at a price of USD 3.065.000 from Bayer Leverkusen.
It only took a season, Ajax managed to negotiate it to Napoli for USD 34.800.000. De Godenzonen's total profit was USD 31.700.000.
3. Davinson Sanchez
Nobody knew Davinson Sanchez before. Naturally, considering he played at Atletico Nacional or a team from Colombia. But not for Ajax Amsterdam.
Knowing his talent, Ajax immediately brought him to the Netherlands in 2016 with a dowry of only USD 5.400.000 before selling him in 2017 to Tottenham Hotspur for USD 43.530.000. If calculated, De Godenzonen's profit was USD 38.100.000.
4. Frenkie de Jong
In the 2017/18 season, the world of football was surprised by a young Ajax talent named Frenkie de Jong. His ability to control the game became a byword, especially when De Godenzonen penetrated the Champions League semifinals.
There is a unique story behind De Jong's success. He was brought in in 2015 for only USD 1.065.000. However, in 2019, Barcelona was interested in bringing him in and Ajax managed to sell him for USD 80.000.000. De Godenzonen's profit was USD 78.935.000
5. Matthijs de Ligt
And the player who has benefited the most for Ajax Amsterdam so far is Matthijs de Ligt. De Ligt is actually a player coached by the Ajax academy. In 2016, he broke through the main squad and became De Godenzonen's doorstop. In 2019, Juventus came knocking on the door and succeeded in bringing him to Turin.