Zaphod2319
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Was just watching a talkshow where a journalist said that Ajax still prefers a loan and Ziyech himself keeps insisting on a permanent deal so he (potentially) won't be stuck at Chelsea again next year.
Not sure why they wouldn't want to buy if the price is right since buying now is better for tax purposes, lowers the annual profit so no tax penalty. A loan with option/obligation to buy would move the transfer into the next fiscal year.
The only reason I could see for dragging it out this long is if Ajax has another option lined up that they hope to make a large profit on later like with Antony, because it can't be that they are doubting Ziyech's quality. Doubtful that it's being postponed until after the Antony deal is made public for some reason, people are Ziyech are saying a transfer isn't looking likely at this point.
From Ajax view, Ziyech will only diminish in value with his age.