Ajax defender Jorrel Hato has been linked with a move to the Premier League in recent months, with Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool keen.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool have been linked with Jorrel Hato, but a report from Graeme Bailey on TBR Football has claimed that the Gunners are now cooling their interest in the 18-year-old Dutch wonderkid.
Chelsea and Liverpool are reportedly scouting the player, and it will be interesting to see if they decide to make a move for him in the near future. The 18-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and he could develop into a top-class player for both clubs.
Chelsea need to bring in defensive reinforcements, and it is no surprise that they are keen on the Dutchman. Benoit Badiashile and Axel Disasi could be sold in the summer, and the teenage sensation could replace them. Jorrel Hato has shown his quality with Ajax, and he has the potential to succeed in the Premier League as well. The opportunity to play for Chelsea could be quite exciting for him.
Meanwhile, Liverpool are interested in signing the player as well, and they are expected to make a move for him at the end of the season. The Reds need to sign a quality long-term replacement for Virgil van Dijk, who might be out of contract in the summer.
Liverpool could have an edge in chase
Liverpool have a strong Dutch contingent at the club, and they might have an edge when it comes to convincing Jorrel Hato to join them. It will be interesting to see where the Dutch wonderkid ends up. Ajax will not want to lose him for cheap, and they could demand the premium for their priced prospect.
Chelsea and Liverpool have the financial resources to pay a premium for him, and it will be interesting to see where the youngster ends up. Meanwhile, Arsenal should look to invest in a left-back instead.
The Gunners have adequate depth in the central defensive unit and signing a full-back would be ideal for them. The 18-year-old has all the tools to develop into a top-class Premier League defender with the right guidance. Whoever ends up signing him will have a future star on their hands.
