The twenty-four-year-old Ivory Coast international arrives to fill the left flank vacancy created by Mika Godts’ departure to Paris Saint-Germain, with technical director Jordi Cruijff praising the player’s speed and depth.
Financial Terms and Squad Integration Details
The winger joins following a career path that took him from the Right to Dream Academy through FC Nordsjaelland, Brighton & Hove Albion, Union Sint-Gillis, and a winter loan spell at AS Monaco after Sunderland acquired him for roughly 24,4 miljoen euro.
Technical Director Jordi Cruijff on the New Winger
“Simon brings speed, depth and a strong mentality,” technical director Jordi Cruijff stated in an official club reaction reported by primary sources. Cruijff added that Adingra possesses qualities designed to immediately increase attacking threat, noting that the player trusts the technical plan laid out for him in Amsterdam where he will wear squad number 7.
Career Statistics in England and France
Adingra accumulated sixty appearances and eight goals in the Premier League for Brighton & Hove Albion, alongside additional matches following his permanent switch to Sunderland, bringing his combined English top-flight total to 74 games with nine goals and four assists according to Ajax1.nl. During his subsequent loan spell at AS Monaco in the winterstop, he contributed three goals across fourteen league appearances.
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Did you know? Simon Adingra developed his early skills at the Right to Dream Academy before making his professional debut in Denmark with FC Nordsjaelland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the financial details of Simon Adingra’s transfer to Ajax?
Which squad number will Simon Adingra wear at Ajax?
The twenty-four-year-old Ivory Coast winger will play with squad number 7 in Amsterdam.
Why did Ajax need to sign a new left winger?
Ajax required a replacement on the left flank after selling Mika Godts to Paris Saint-Germain earlier in the summer transfer window.
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