Chelsea and Ajax have made significant progress in negotiations for highly-rated defender Jorrel Hato, with a deal now at the final stages as of Monday. Talks between the two clubs have advanced smoothly, and both sides are optimistic about reaching full agreement soon.

Hato is reportedly ready to commit to a long-term contract with Chelsea, signaling his intention to be part of the club’s future project. The 18-year-old has been one of Ajax’s standout performers and is viewed as one of Europe’s brightest young defensive talents.

Final details are now being ironed out, and if all goes as expected, Hato will become Chelsea’s latest signing in their youth-focused transfer strategy.