Dutch media reports indicate that Ajax Amsterdam has reached a preliminary agreement with Japanese international defender Ko Itakura, in preparation for his signing during the current summer transfer window.

According to the Telegraaf newspaper, both parties have agreed on the main terms of the contract, while some final details are still under discussion, and an agreement with his current club is still needed.

Itakura, who is 27 years old, is currently playing for Borussia Mönchengladbach in Germany and previously had a successful stint in the Dutch league with Groningen, making him a familiar option for Ajax to strengthen their defensive line.

The full picture is expected to become clear in the coming days, amid Ajax's desire to bolster their squad with players who have international experience in preparation for the new season.