Amourricho Van Axel Dongen, when his contract was expiring in 2023, received interest from several clubs. Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, who had previously worked with him, expressed a desire to have him join Manchester United. However, Ten Hag advised Van Axel Dongen to stay at Ajax for better development. Despite the interest, Van Axel Dongen extended his contract with Ajax until 2027.