Jorrel Hato might be young, but the Dutch centre-back is used to taking responsibility in Amsterdam, as The Athletic found out last year

Chelsea is on the verge of securing Ajax's highly-rated 19-year-old defender Jorrel Hato, with personal terms already agreed. While the clubs are

After missing the friendly against Celtic, Jorrel Hato was once again left out of the Ajax squad for their match against Como, amid speculations that the Dutch defender could join Chelsea this summer.

Chelsea have reached an agreement over personal terms with the young defender, who has informed Ajax of his desire to make the move this summer, but an opening bid has already been rejected. While Ajax are prepared to sell, they want to maximise their returns for one of Europe’s top defensive prospects.

CHELSEA have held talks over Ajax star Jorrel Hato to bolster their defence, according to reports. The Blues are willing to pay around £40million for the versatile Dutchman, 19, claim talkSPORT.