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Ajax set to pay ₦12.2b for Super Eagles star to replace Manchester United target

Joba Ogunwale 14:22 - 14 July 2022

Calvin Bassey was unable to make his international debut for Nigeria in October (Instagram / Calvin Bassey)

The Dutch champions are set to lose one of their star players to Manchester United, but they have identified a Nigerian international as a potential replacement. 

Ajax are preparing for life without Lisandro Martinez, who is set to depart the club for Manchester United. The Dutch champions have identified Super Eagles star Calvin Bassey as a replacement for the Argentine international.

Ajax want Bassey to replace Manchester United-bound Martinez

Martinez is close to sealing a £46m move to Manchester United, which will leave Ajax short of options at centre-back.

However, Ajax are not panicking as they see Bassey as a suitable replacement for the 24-year-old Argentine. Like Martinez, Bassey is also a left-footed centre-back that can play in a three-man defence, which makes him a perfect fit for the Eredivisie champions.

Calvin Bassey is seen as a suitable replacement for Lisandro Martinez (IMAGO/Revierfoto)

However, it will cost the Dutch side about £25m (₦12.2b) to sign the Super Eagles star from Rangers this summer.

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Bassey is a valuable asset to the Gers, especially after his brilliant performances for the clubs last season.

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The 22-year-old defender was one of Rangers' best players in the Scottish Premiership and Europa League last season. Bassey made 29 appearances for Rangers in the League last season, starting 28 games.