Joeri Heerkens
Joeri Heerkens was born on May 8, 2006, in Broumov, Czechia. With the Netherlands U19s, he became European champion in the summer of 2025. Before joining Ajax, he played in the youth academy of Sparta Prague.
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About Joeri
| Position | Goalkeeper |
|---|---|
| Born | 5/8/2006 |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Under contract until | 6/30/2030 |
| Played matches season 25/26: | |
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| VriendenLoterij Eredivisie | 0 |
| UEFA Champions League | 0 |
News items
Heerkens from boarding school to the ArenA: 'The Czech Republic made me tough'
Joeri Heerkens grew up in a tiny hamlet surrounded by the tranquil scenery of the Czech Republic. At twelve, he traded his parents’ familiar campsite for the strict life of a boarding school. He wanted to give up, but pulled himself together and became mentally unbreakable. Since 2025, he has been a goalkeeper at Ajax. Time for an in-depth conversation. "I spent sleepless nights, and when my dad dropped me off, I clung to him in tears."
Heerkens: 'My dream is to play in the ArenA'
Dressed in Ajax goalkeeper kit, Joeri Heerkens sits in front of the camera with a satisfied look. The new goalkeeper for the Amsterdam club can’t wait to get started at Ajax. "This is a childhood dream."
Ajax signs Joeri Heerkens
Ajax, AC Sparta Prague, and Joeri Heerkens have reached an agreement over the transfer of the goalkeeper to Ajax. The 19-year-old keeper has signed a five-year contract, running until June 30, 2030. The Dutch youth international was under contract with the Czech club until mid-2027.
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