Ajax swoop for Colombian youngster Cassierra
Mateo Cassierra has joined Ajax from Deportivo Cali, with the 19-year-old striker penning a five-year deal with the Eredivisie giants.
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Ajax have completed the signing of Colombian teenager Mateo Cassierra from Deportivo Cali on a five-year deal.
The 19-year-old striker will officially join the Eredivisie giants on a July 1.
The terms of the transfer have not been disclosed.
Ajax boast a rich history of superstar forwards and Cassierra is keen to add his name to that list.
"I am very happy to be here," he told the club's official website.
"I know a lot of big names from the past: Johan Cruyff, Marco van Basten and Luis Suarez. Ajax has a wonderful history.
"It is fantastic that I should start wearing the Ajax shirt. This is a dream come true."
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Cassierra's arrival in Amsterdam could increase the likelihood of a move for Arkadiusz Milik, the Poland international forward who has been linked with Serie A duo Inter and Lazio in recent weeks.
NEWS | have signed 19-year-old Colombian Mateo Cassierra! Welcome to the club, Mateo! June 17, 2016
