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Ajax reports modest profit of two million euros for last season

Ajax has announced a net profit of two million euros for the past season, reversing a previous multi-million euro loss. The financial recovery was largely driven by significant player transfer income, even as the club faced sporting challenges including a failure to qualify for the Champions League.

Ajax has concluded the recent financial year with a modest net profit of two million euros, marking a significant turnaround from the 37.3 million euro loss reported in the previous period. The club's total net revenue increased by 10.2 million euros, with officials citing player transfers and improved operational results as the primary drivers behind this financial recovery, despite facing various fiscal setbacks throughout the season.

Player transfer fees generated 65.5 million euros for the Amsterdam-based club, as notable talents such as Jorrel Hato, Brian Brobbey, and Kenneth Taylor moved to international teams. While the club's equity currently stands at 191 million euros, the sporting performance remained challenging. Ajax finished fifth in the Eredivisie, missing out on Champions League qualification and the significant revenue associated with competing in that tournament.

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