Julian Brandt signs with Ajax after opting out of Leeds move
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Julian Brandt has finalized his transfer to Ajax Amsterdam, completing the move on July 31, 2026. The Eredivisie club secured the 30-year-old midfielder, who previously played for Borussia Dortmund, after initially facing competition from Leeds United. Brandt has committed to Ajax with a contract running until 2029, becoming the club's ninth German player in the 21st century. Ajax is also expected to announce the signing of goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen from FC Barcelona in the coming days.
- •Brandt's contract with Ajax is valid until 2029.
- •He left Borussia Dortmund after his contract expired last summer.
- •Ajax is set to sign Marc-André ter Stegen from FC Barcelona.
- •Brandt will be the ninth German player at Ajax in the 21st century.
- •Leeds United were initially considered frontrunners for his signature.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Julian Brandt joins Ajax instead of Leeds United
"Julian Brandt completed his move to Ajax Amsterdam on Friday after the Eredivisie side beat Leeds United for his signing. The Premier League club were leading the race at one point, but Brandt has now...
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