Aaron Bouwman

Ajax player Aaron Bouwman has been part of the club’s youth academy since 2018, having joined from partner club Koninklijke HFC. In April 2024, at the age of sixteen, he made his debut for Ajax U23 in the home match against Roda JC, which ended 1–1. In the summer of 2025, he made his first-team debut for Ajax in the 2–0 win over Telstar.

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Aaron Bouwman

33% Aerial duels

44% Ground duels

56% Tackle Accuracy

27% Forward passes

About Aaron

Position Defender
Born 8/28/2007
Length 188 cm
Nationality Dutch
Under contract until 6/30/2030
Played matches season 25/26:
Dutch Cup 2
VriendenLoterij Eredivisie 8
UEFA Champions League 2
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Bouwman: 'The Olympia Future Cup is a tournament you always want to play'

The Olympia Future Cup is a stage where young talents often experience, for the very first time, large crowds, media attention and real pressure. With the Ajax first‑team defender, we look back on the successful 2024 edition, in which Aaron Bouwman scored against Manchester City and won the final against FK Partizan. "Everyone is there for you, clapping for you, and the whole complex is packed. Everything feels new."

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Visiting Bouwman in Haarlem: 'Always keep a smile on your face'

Aaron Bouwman made his starting debut for Ajax's first team at the beginning of this season. Time to get to know him better in his familiar surroundings. Bouwman opens the doors to his family home, shows his driving lessons around Haarlem and Zandvoort, and visits his former club DSS.

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Bouwman: 'This is a big step toward my goal'

Aaron Bouwman extended his contract on Monday evening until 2030. The 18-year-old defender has played five matches for Ajax so far, scoring once. In the dressing room of the Johan Cruijff ArenA, Bouwman speaks about his contract extension.

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