Danish Switcheroo in Frankfurt: Eintracht Interested in Ajax Defender Gaaei
Reports indicate that Eintracht Frankfurt has expressed keen interest in acquiring Anton Gaaei, the young defender currently with Ajax Amsterdam. The Danish player is reportedly available for transfer from the Dutch club, signaling a potential move in the summer transfer window.
Career Overview of Anton Gaaei
At just 23 years old, Anton Gaaei joined Ajax from Viborg for a fee of €4.5 million in 2023. However, his tenure at Ajax has been less than stellar, with the team struggling to achieve success in the Eredivisie. Despite being a regular starter, Ajax finished fifth in the league last season, achieving their lowest points total in the club’s history.
Potential Transfer to Eintracht Frankfurt
As reported by Algemeen Dagblad, Eintracht Frankfurt views Gaaei as a suitable replacement for Rasmus Nissen Kristensen, who has departed for FC Midtjylland. Gaaei’s exit aligns with Ajax’s broader strategy, as the club plans to offload around 20 players as part of a significant squad revamp, overseen by technical director Jordi Cruyff, who aims to introduce up to 15 new faces into the first team.
Gaaei’s Performance at Ajax
During his three years at Ajax, Gaaei has made 111 appearances, contributing 7 goals and 11 assists. In the recent 2025-26 season, he played a total of 37 matches across all competitions, adding 3 goals and 5 assists to his tally.
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