NEC player solves Ajax’s midfield dilemma, says Vink

Ajax have been hunting for a suitable number six since Jordan Henderson left, while a NEC’er is already being hailed as a top‑three talent in the Netherlands. The contrast highlights how a single player could resolve a long‑standing squad gap.

Darko Nejasmic can without difficulty rank among the traditional top‑3 of the Netherlands, and Marciano Vink is convinced, praising the NEC‑controleur for spotting him. Vink’s confidence adds weight to the claim that the midfielder could fill Ajax’s need.

Vink watched Nejasmic shine again on Tuesday during NEC’s visit to Olympiakos Piraeus, and he voiced his admiration on the -programma . The praise came after a performance that underscored the player’s growing reputation.

Nejasmic arrived a year ago from the Verenigde Arabische Emiraten, when NEC signed him transfervrij from Sharjah FC. The free transfer quickly turned him into a stronghold for the Nijmegen side.

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A former professional notes that the 27‑year‑old Croat still has a higher ceiling, having already reached the traditional top‑3 in the Netherlands. He believes the ceiling remains far from fully realised.

“Nejasmic at Ajax, Nejasmic at Feyenoord, Nejasmic at PSV – it can all happen, in terms of potential and how he fits,” Vink said. The quote encapsulates the breadth of clubs that could benefit from his skill set.

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Colleague analyst Thijs Zwagerman would love to see him in the capital, stating, “If you put him at Ajax, they obviously have much more need for a type like Nejasmic.” His comment reinforces the idea that the capital club stands to gain the most.

Ajax’s search for a number six continues, with former captain Edson Álvarez currently linked to the vacancy and Youri Regeer described by Míchel as the only suitable defensive midfielder at the Johan Cruijff ArenA. The club’s options remain limited, making the NEC‑er’s emergence all the more significant.