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Ajax confirms arrival of experienced defender Thilo Kehrer

Ajax has signed experienced German international defender Thilo Kehrer on a one-year loan from AS Monaco to strengthen their defensive options. The 29-year-old becomes the club's tenth summer signing, joining alongside new youth recruit Gerónimo Spina.

On the final day of the transfer window, Ajax officially announced the signing of German international defender Thilo Kehrer. The 29-year-old joins the Amsterdam-based club on a season-long loan from AS Monaco, becoming Ajax's tenth acquisition of the summer. Kehrer brings significant experience from his time at high-profile clubs including Paris Saint-Germain and West Ham United, having recently made 40 appearances for Monaco last season.

Technical director Jordi Cruijff highlighted the need for a right-sided central defender to balance the squad and support coach Michel Sanchez. Kehrer is expected to provide essential competition in the defensive line due to his extensive professional background and strong mentality. In addition to Kehrer, Ajax confirmed the signing of young Spanish defender Gerónimo Spina, who will join the Jong Ajax squad. These roster moves aim to solidify the club's defensive options and increase overall intensity as the season progresses.

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