# Ahmetcan Kaplan transfer to NEC Nijmegen

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ahmetcan-kaplan-transfer-to-nec-nijmegen
> Updated: 2026-08-20T04:00:34.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Turkish defender Ahmetcan Kaplan has completed a permanent transfer from Ajax to NEC Nijmegen. The 23-year-old center-back, who previously played for NEC Nijmegen on loan, has signed a contract that runs until June 30, 2030.

The transfer fee is reported to be approximately 2.5 million euros, with a clause potentially allowing Ajax to share in any future sale. Kaplan will wear the number 22 jersey.

Following the signing, it was noted that Kaplan is currently managing an injury. He is expected to undergo a rehabilitation program with the aim of being available for selection after the September international break.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: Ahmetcan Kaplan joins NEC Nijmegen from Ajax

NEC Nijmegen has completed the permanent signing of defender Ahmetcan Kaplan from Ajax on a contract lasting until 2030.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ahmetcan-kaplan-joins-nec-nijmegen-from-ajax

### 2026-08-15: Ahmetcan Kaplan transfers from Ajax to NEC Nijmegen

Defender Ahmetcan Kaplan is transferring permanently from Ajax to NEC Nijmegen in a deal worth 2.5 million euros, signing a contract through 2030.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ahmetcan-kaplan-transfers-from-ajax-to-nec-nijmegen

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