FC Volendam eye Ajax striker return after five years
FC Volendam has officially approached Ajax for a striker who left the Amsterdam club five years ago. The delegation from Volendam, led by sporting director Hans de Koning, has reviewed the player’s transfer file and sees potential to strengthen their attack.
The club currently sits fifth in the Eredivisie with 28 points from 30 matches and a goal difference of -19 (31 goals scored, 50 conceded). With seven wins, seven draws, and sixteen losses, their recent form reads LDLLL. Their next fixture is away to NAC Breda on December 6, 2026.
Who is the striker Volendam wants to bring back?
The player’s name has not been officially confirmed, but sources within the club confirm it is a Dutch striker who played for Ajax between 2019 and 2021. During that period, he scored nine Eredivisie goals in 42 appearances before leaving for a foreign league in the summer of 2021.
Volendam has been searching for an experienced striker who can lead the line. The team has managed just three goals in their last five matches, highlighting the need for a proven finisher. The technical staff sees this player as the answer to their attacking issues.
Why does this transfer matter for Volendam?
The club from Volendam is aiming to climb into the Eredivisie’s mid-table and compete for a top-half finish. With a goal difference of -19 and sixteen losses in thirty matches, their defense remains vulnerable. An experienced striker could ease that pressure by contributing goals of his own.
The target striker brings Eredivisie experience and familiarity with Dutch football. His return would provide both a sporting and psychological lift for the squad. The club hopes to finalize the deal within weeks.
What happens next?
Talks between Volendam and Ajax are already advanced. The Amsterdam side is reluctant to lose the player but open to discussions over a transfer fee. The asking price is reported to be around €1.2 million, with potential add-ons.
Volendam has roughly €500,000 left in its summer transfer budget. If the move goes through, the striker could join training immediately and feature in the next match away to NAC Breda on December 6, 2026.
Volendam is having an inconsistent season with seven wins and sixteen losses. The club currently sits fourteenth in the Eredivisie and must improve to avoid the relegation zone.
