Remko Pasveer will also be under contract with Ajax next season. The experienced goalkeeper has extended his expiring contract by one year.

Ajax have confirmed that veteran goalkeeper Remko Pasveer will remain at the club for the 2024–25 season after signing a one-year contract extension.

At 41 years of age, Pasveer is preparing to enter his 23rd season as a professional footballer an extraordinary milestone that highlights his enduring commitment and professionalism.

Although Pasveer started 24 Eredivisie matches last season and served as the club’s first-choice goalkeeper for much of the campaign, his role is set to change in the upcoming season. With the arrival of Czech keeper Vítězslav Jaroš on loan from Liverpool, Ajax are preparing for a new era between the posts. Jaroš is expected to take over as the regular starter, and Ajax are reportedly still exploring further additions to the position, with names such as Robin Roefs of NEC and Joeri Heerkens of Sparta Prague linked to the club. Despite this, the coaching staff and management remain convinced of Pasveer’s importance to the squad.

The club emphasized the veteran’s value in its official statement, with technical director Alex Kroes describing Pasveer as an essential figure both on and off the pitch. According to Kroes, Pasveer exemplifies what it means to live for the sport, and his strong performances last season despite his age proved that he remains capable of performing at the highest level. The extension, Kroes said, was more than deserved.

Pasveer’s career has followed an unusual path. He began in the youth system at FC Twente before gaining experience with clubs such as Heracles Almelo, Go Ahead Eagles, Vitesse, and PSV. For much of his professional life, he played the role of a reliable backup, rarely commanding headlines but always maintaining consistency and discipline. It was only later in his career particularly following his move to Ajax in 2021 that Pasveer began to receive widespread recognition. What began as a backup role soon evolved into something more prominent. Injuries and rotation gave him the opportunity to start regularly, and he quickly became a steady presence in Ajax’s goal during a turbulent period for the club.

Remarkably, Pasveer’s late-career form earned him a call-up to the Dutch national team at the age of 38, making his debut in the UEFA Nations League and representing the Netherlands at a time when few would have predicted such a late international breakthrough. His selection stood as a testament to his consistency and maturity, especially at a club like Ajax, where expectations are always high.

The decision to retain Pasveer reflects Ajax’s broader strategy this summer. In addition to the goalkeeper’s renewal, the club also announced that experienced midfielder Davy Klaassen has signed a two-year extension, signaling the importance of leadership and experience during a transitional period. With Ajax working to rebuild after a difficult season and as they look to blend promising youth with seasoned guidance, players like Pasveer play a crucial role not just in match preparation, but in setting standards within the squad.

As the new season approaches, Pasveer is unlikely to be the first name on the teamsheet, but his role will be no less significant. He will continue to provide depth in goal, guide younger teammates, and offer the kind of calm, experienced presence that is often invisible to fans but vital to a team’s cohesion. Few players reach the age of 41 still playing at the top level fewer still do so at a club of Ajax’s stature. Pasveer’s story is one of perseverance, quiet leadership, and a deep love for the game, and Ajax have shown their appreciation by keeping him in the fold for at least one more season.