Youri Baas

Youri Baas has been part of Ajax’s youth academy since 2018, having joined from Excelsior. Last season, the left-back was loaned out to NEC. Baas made his first-team debut for Ajax on 28 August 2022 in the away match against FC Utrecht, which ended in a 2–0 victory.

44% Aerial duels

73% Ground duels

70% Tackle Accuracy

28% Forward passes

About Youri

Position	Defender
Born	3/17/2003
Length	182 cm
Nationality	Dutch
Under contract until	6/30/2026

Played matches season 25/26:
VriendenLoterij Eredivisie	10
UEFA Champions League	3

Baas on his development at Ajax: 'A special bond with my grandparents'

Youri Baas has grown into one of Ajax's key players. We head into the city centre with the Ajax defender, do some shopping at Atelier Munro, and talk about his progress. "I've learned so much from Dusan Tadic and Daley Blind."

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Baas: 'It was a sloppy match, but we kept fighting'

Youri Baas played a major role in Saturday’s 3-3 draw between Sparta and Ajax. The defender was instrumental in the opening goal with a pre-assist for 0-1, but a few minutes later turned into the unlucky culprit after conceding a penalty for handball in his own box. “Very unfortunate.”

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Baas is clear: 'I demand more from myself this season'

In a position unfamiliar to him, Youri Baas grew into an important link in Ajax 1's defence within a single season. Now, a year later, the defender has developed both mentally and physically, expectations have shifted, and he is demanding more from himself. "I dare say that without my year at NEC, I would not be where I am now."