Ajax’s Blind transfer stalls as Cruijff hunts ‘big guns’

Ajax’s pursuit of Daley Blind remains unresolved after months of talks, according to journalist Mike Verweij. Verweij, an Ajax-watcher, attributes the delay to Jordi Cruijff’s ongoing efforts to secure multiple high-profile signings for the club. In a Monday appearance on *Kick-off*, Verweij stated that Blind’s move to Ajax is inevitable. “Daley Blind is coming,” he said. “The situation hasn’t changed from a few weeks ago. The intention was announced, but nothing is on paper yet. It will happen, and probably quite soon.” Verweij explained that the drawn-out transfer stems from Ajax’s need for rapid, sweeping changes in the market. “A lot has to happen very quickly,” he said. “Jordi Cruijff is working on bringing in several ‘big guns,’ and he believes Blind will fit well. That will likely be finalised soon.”

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The journalist added that Ajax manager Míchel also wants Blind, suggesting he could feature regularly if the deal completes. “Míchel wants him, so I think he has a good chance of a starting spot,” Verweij concluded. Speculation over the identities of the ‘big guns’ has intensified in recent weeks. Reports have linked Ajax to Marc-André ter Stegen, with the German goalkeeper reportedly close to a move to Amsterdam. Meanwhile, Spanish media claim Ajax has submitted a formal bid for free agent Dani Ceballos. Verweij declined to name the targets, leaving fans to piece together the puzzle from emerging reports. The transfer saga underscores the tension between Ajax’s immediate needs and Cruijff’s long-term vision for the squad.