Ajax Goalkeeper Update: Pasveer Returns to Heracles, Paes Nears Transfer
Recent reports indicate notable changes in Ajax’s goalkeeping lineup as the January transfer deadline approaches. Veteran goalkeeper Remko Pasveer, at 41 years old, is set to return to Heracles Almelo, where he previously spent six successful seasons.
Remko Pasveer’s Career at Ajax
Pasveer joined Ajax in 2021 and established himself as a key player. During his tenure, he made 100 appearances and secured 46 clean sheets, ranking as the second-highest for Ajax goalkeepers with at least 20 games played.
This season, however, Pasveer has primarily been in the shadow of Vitezslav Jaros, a Liverpool loanee. Ajax is also nurturing young talents Paul Reverson and Joeri Heerkens as future options for the team.
Maarten Paes Nears Transfer to Ajax
With Pasveer’s impending departure, Ajax has turned its attention to Maarten Paes of FC Dallas. Paes has been a consistent performer, making 128 appearances over 3.5 years and earning recognition as an MLS All-Star in 2024.
Background on Maarten Paes
- Age: 27
- National Team: 10-time international for Indonesia
- Former club: FC Utrecht
- Projected cost for Ajax: €1 million
- Contract duration: Until July 2029
Paes has strong connections to Ajax’s management, particularly with Alex Kroes, the technical director. Kroes co-founded the agency SEG, which represents Paes. Furthermore, Paes’s experience with the Indonesian national team aligns him with Jordi Cruyff, who will assume the director role on February 1st.
With these changes, Ajax aims to solidify its goalkeeper position and maintain a competitive edge in the league. The upcoming transfer is one to watch as the January window comes to a close.
