2 key questions Tolu Arokodare has answered as Ajax weigh €20million transfer

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare came off the bench to grab a goal and an assist for Ajax in their 2-0 win over Atalanta in their second UEFA Conference League match on Thursday.

​Coach Michel opted to rotate his squad to keep the players fresh, which saw Arokodare drop to the bench while Marcos Leonardo led the attack.

​However, that decision did not benefit de Godenzonen, as they failed to score. Then, in the 66th minute, Michel brought Arokodare on to replace Leonardo.

​Twenty minutes after his introduction, the towering Nigerian marksman delivered, scoring from a Youri Baas assist. Then, in the third minute of stoppage time, Arokodare turned provider, setting up Abdellah Ouazane.

​That victory helped Ajax climb to 13th in the Conference League table, end a terrible record, and marked yet another brilliant outing for Arokodare.

​Since joining the club from English side Wolverhampton Wanderers on a season-long loan, he has impressed. In fact, he now has eight goals and three assists in 11 appearances — a very strong return at this stage of the campaign.

​Two Questions Tolu Arokodare Answered After Ajax vs Atalanta

​Following the match between Ajax and Atalanta, Tolu Arokodare spoke to reporters. The atmosphere was calm and upbeat, with everyone visibly delighted by the club’s victory.

​Journalists also questioned the Super Eagles striker about his future. As mentioned earlier, Arokodare joined de Godenzonen on a loan deal set to expire at the end of the season. However, the agreement includes an option-to-buy clause worth €20 million. Triggering it depends entirely on the club’s decision and whether the player wants to sign.

​When asked if he would like to sign a permanent contract in Amsterdam, Arokodare confirmed he would love to stay.

​”Of course I am open to staying at the club. I like it here. I love this place,” Arokodare said.

​”The people are great. The fans are great. The team is great. The club is great.”

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He also pointed out that a permanent switch to Ajax is not entirely in his hands, given the €20 million purchase option in his contract. To keep him beyond the summer, the club must pay that sum.

​In truth, that fee is well within Ajax’s financial reach, provided they believe the forward justifies the investment.

​Ultimately, Arokodare simply needs to keep scoring consistently if he hopes to remain in Amsterdam.