"That said, the club's reputation for developing talent is the main reason Belgian teenager Jorthy Mokio signed for the Amsterdammers on a free transfer last summer. The youngster is versatile, first and foremost, capable of playing at left-back, central midfield, defensive midfield and centre-back. Ajax managers Francesco Farioli and Johnny Heitinga had no qualms deploying him in various roles, primarily because he's a sweeper-upper."
"Mokio wins possession when games are stretched and puts his team back in control. If there's danger, he'll attempt to snuff it out, get a handle on things and drive with the ball at his feet. Detractors may suggest his barreling style needs polishing, and that is valid, but he more than makes up for it with his ability to protect the ball, shrugging off opposition challenges and standing firm before releasing possession."
Jorthy Mokio is a 17-year-old, left-footed Belgian who signed for Ajax on a free transfer after emerging at KAA Gent. He is primarily a defensive midfielder but can also play left-back, central midfield and centre-back. Ajax managers used him in various roles because he excels at regaining possession and restoring control when games are stretched. He protects the ball well, withstands challenges and drives forward with the ball at his feet. He scored after coming off the bench in De Klassieker, followed by a brace versus Excelsior, and scored on his full European debut.
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