Ex‑Benfica striker Marcos Leonardo could quit Ajax, has three suitors

Marcos Leonardo could leave Ajax in the next transfer window. The Brazilian striker has three strong suitors.

Marcos Leonardo arrived at Ajax for €20 million in the summer transfer window, but his stay in the Netherlands may be brief. According to the newspaper Terra, the Brazilian could return to his home country, with Flamengo, Santos and São Paulo interested.

Winter attack by Brazilian top clubs on Ajax striker Marcos Leonardo

The striker’s numbers for the Amsterdam giant have not been impressive, with 16 appearances and only three goals, plus one assist. The contract linking Marcos Leonardo and Ajax runs until 2031. The 23‑year‑old was signed by Benfica in 2023/24 for €22 million from Santos, and was sold the following season to Al Hilal for €40 million, never having been an undisputed starter for the eagle.