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Jordi Cruyff on Ajax transfers: ‘We don't have Champions League revenue, so you have to be extremely creative’

Ajax technical director Jordi Cruyff has defended his club's recent reliance on free transfers and loan deals to navigate a period without Champions League revenue. Cruyff argues that these strategies allow for greater financial flexibility and risk management when building a competitive squad.

Ajax technical director Jordi Cruyff has defended the club's recent transfer strategy, which involved bringing in eleven new players to Amsterdam. The signings included experienced professionals like Julian Brandt, Daley Blind, and Sofyan Amrabat, many of whom joined on free transfers or loan deals. Cruyff emphasized that this approach is calculated to avoid the financial pitfalls of paying large transfer fees for players who may not perform well.

Cruyff explained that the absence of Champions League revenue necessitates a creative approach to squad building. By utilizing loans with options to buy and targeting free agents, the club can evaluate talent without committing large sums upfront. Drawing on his experience with strict financial regulations in La Liga, Cruyff argued that these methods are essential for minimizing risk in a difficult economic environment. He maintains that this strategy offers greater flexibility, allowing the club to manage its resources more effectively while still strengthening the team for upcoming competition.

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