Chuba Akpom joins Lille OSC on loan

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Ajax, Chuba Akpom, and Lille OSC have reached an agreement on the loan of the forward to the French club. The loan takes effect immediately and will run until the end of this season. The agreement includes an option to buy for the French side. Akpom’s contract with Ajax runs until June 30, 2028.

Date: 02.02.2025

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Akpom was born on October 9, 1995, in London. The Brit joined Ajax from English side Middlesbrough FC in August 2023. He made his first-team debut on September 3, 2023, in the match against Fortuna Sittard: 0-0. So far, Akpom has played 68 official matches for Ajax’s first team, scoring 23 goals.

Technical director Alex Kroes: "There has been interest in Chuba for a loan deal recently. We understand his sporting desire to gain more playing time, as he was mostly used as a substitute with us. Despite that, his tremendous commitment often made a significant impact for the team. We’ve thanked him for everything he’s done for the club so far and wished him the best of luck in France and in the Champions League."

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