Ajax face a €55m talent drain as Godts heads to Paris

Ajax have begun the new season with mixed results, but journalist Valentijn Driessen remains unconvinced, warning that the club faces a major problem after forward Mika Godts is set to leave for Paris Saint‑Germain for €55 million, as discussed on the Kick Off podcast from De .

Retention challenge and squad overhaul

Driessen highlighted Godts’ impact, recalling the difference in Ajax’s performances against Shelbourne with and without him and the hour-long spell versus PEC when he was absent, saying, “You can see the poverty at Ajax without Godts.”

He added, “When top talents attract Champions League winners, they are almost impossible to keep,” underscoring the difficulty clubs face once PSG or similar giants knock on the door.

Cruijff narrows Ajax midfield hunt: Ter Stegen and Brandt cited as viable options

Dat is a concern, Van the club also struggles to replace Godts with signings that have yet to prove themselves in Europe. Driessen expressed doubt about the arrivals, noting that “so far they are not difference‑makers, especially around Blind.”

He praised Brandt as a good player but questioned the surrounding support, and suggested a tactical tweak: “You should put Tolu up front instead of that Brazilian, who contributes nothing.”

His criticism extended to Caio Henrique, whom Driessen described as underwhelming, adding that the current squad still lacks the quality to fill the void left by Godts.