CHUBA AKPOM has issued a farewell message to Middlesbrough supporters after his move to Ajax was confirmed.
Our new number 10.
— AFC Ajax (@AFCAjax) August 16, 2023
Akpom, who had entered the final year of his contract at the Riverside, has moved to the Eredivisie side in a deal that is reported on Ajax’s official website as involving an initial payment of €12.3m with a further €2m of potential add-ons.
The forward, who was the leading scorer in the Championship last season, has signed a five-year deal with Ajax that runs to the summer of 2028.
After joining Boro from Greek side PAOK Salonika, Akpom made a total of 82 senior appearances for the Teessiders, scoring 34 goals.
“I’d like to thank everyone connected with Boro, and especially a big thanks to the fans for the support and live they have given me,” said Akpom, who could make his Ajax debut in Saturday’s Eredivisie game against Excelsior.
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“Last season was full of memories I’ll never forget, and I will be forever proud. Everyone knows what I think of Michael Carrick, and I’m sure success is just around the corner.
“For me now, I have an exciting challenge with one of the biggest clubs in the world, and I can’t wait to get started with Ajax.
“I’ll still be following the Boro from afar, and wish everyone connected with the club all the very best for the future.”
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