Ajax has reached a verbal agreement with 28-year-old winger Viktor Tsygankov from Girona, according to reports from De Telegraaf. The Ukrainian international is set to sign a contract through mid-2029, with the Amsterdam club paying a transfer fee reported at just under 5 million euro while the Spanish side retains a portion of the player’s future transfer rights.
Verbal Agreement Reached Following Girona Talks
Negotiations between Ajax and Tsygankov’s representative concluded late Wednesday evening, resulting in a verbal pact on personal terms. Legal teams, the player’s agent, and club officials are currently finalizing the required paperwork. Tsygankov still needs to resolve final administrative details directly with Girona before the transfer can be officially ratified.
Reunion with Coach Míchel Sánchez in Amsterdam
The impending transfer will reunite Tsygankov with Ajax coach Míchel Sánchez, who previously worked with the winger in Spain. Speaking during a pre-match press conference ahead of the fixture against FC Sion, Míchel praised the player’s work ethic and tactical fit. According to the Ajax manager, Tsygankov brings strong team spirit, finishing capability, and the ability to attack space both with and without the ball.
Squad Planning and Roster Implications
Technical director Jordi Cruijff targeted reinforcements on the flanks following Mika Godts’ departure earlier this month to Paris Saint-Germain. Tsygankov is capable of playing on both wings, filling one of the vacant wide roles. Once this transaction is fully completed, Ajax aims to pursue an additional winger, a defensive midfielder, and a right-sided central defender.
Upcoming Fixtures and Debut Timeline
Ajax is scheduled to face Telstar on Sunday, but club reports indicate that match will likely arrive too soon for Tsygankov to feature or gain official eligibility. The sporting staff’s current objective is to have the winger available for the subsequent high-profile fixture against PSV.
