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Ajax's Youri Baas Acknowledges Barcelona Transfer Interest

Ajax's Youri Baas Acknowledges Barcelona Transfer Interest
International Transfers · 07:56:32 - Monday, 9 November 2026

Ajax defender Youri Baas has responded to reported transfer interest from Barcelona, describing the Catalan club as the "biggest club in the world." The 19-year-old left-back, who has progressed through Ajax's academy, addressed speculation linking him with a move to La Liga. Barcelona have been monitoring the Dutch youth international as they seek defensive reinforcements. Baas made his senior debut for Ajax in 2023 and has featured regularly for the first team. The player's comments were reported by Barca Universal on November 6, 2026.

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