Tolu Arokodare, the Nigeria international striker for Wolves, is on the verge of completing a loan move to Dutch giants Ajax, with an option to make the transfer permanent. The deal is valued at £17 million plus additional performance-related add-ons if Ajax exercise the purchase clause.
Deal Details
According to reports, Wolves will receive a £1 million loan fee for Arokodare’s temporary move to Amsterdam. Ajax will cover 100% of the player’s wages during his stint in the Eredivisie, ensuring the Premier League club incurs no salary costs. The loan agreement also includes a buy option that could see the deal become permanent for a fee of £17 million, with further bonuses tied to Ajax’s success.
Performance Bonuses
Wolves stand to earn an additional £500,000 in bonuses if Ajax qualify for European competition this season. Qualification can be achieved through a top-three finish in the Eredivisie or by winning the Dutch Cup. Ajax, who currently compete in the UEFA Conference League after winning the Eredivisie’s European play-off last season, are aiming for a higher continental spot. The bonuses are structured to reward the English club if Ajax secures a berth in a major European tournament.
Background of the Transfer
The potential move to the Netherlands comes amid reports that Wolves cancelled a training session after Arokodare refused to leave the pitch, allegedly due to a failed transfer earlier in the window. The incident reportedly occurred last week and was linked to the striker’s frustration over a collapsed move away from Molineux. However, Arokodare took to social media to deny these claims, stating that the reports were false and that he remains professional. The striker’s impending switch to Ajax is expected to be finalized in the coming days, pending medical and personal terms.
