Ajax faces €10m fee for Caio Henrique as deal looms

Ajax are prepared to meet a reported €10 million transfer fee, plus €3 million in bonuses and a 25 % sell‑on clause, to acquire 28‑year‑old Brazilian defender Caio Henrique from AS Monaco, with only a personal agreement remaining.

De reported that Ajax's offer sits around €9 million, potentially rising to €9.5 million through performance bonuses, as noted by De journalist Mike Verweij. The Dutch daily had earlier suggested the Dutch club was already in contention with AS Monaco for the defender's signature.

countered with a higher valuation, stating the transfer fee is €10 million plus €3 million in bonuses and includes a 25 % resale clause. The French outlet described the sum as significantly above the figure previously cited by De .

Henrique's contract with AS Monaco runs until mid‑2027, meaning the French club retains his services for several more seasons. A personal agreement between the player and Ajax remains the final hurdle before the move can be completed.

The Brazilian has earned five caps for the Brazil national team. He featured in 34 matches for AS Monaco last season, contributing regularly to the Ligue 1 side.

Henrique's career includes spells at Atlético Madrid, Grêmio and Fluminense. He made a single appearance for the senior Atlético Madrid side during his time in Spain.

Ajax are expected to strengthen their left‑back position with Henrique's arrival, providing a quality injection for the upcoming campaign. The club views the defender as a solution to the left‑back vacancy identified in their squad.