The 28-year-old centre-half has joined on a four-year deal as he returns to the Netherlands having previously spent two seasons on loan with Groningen from Manchester City.
“I’m very happy to join this big club,” said Itakura. “Ajax is one of the biggest clubs in the world. I’ve played in the Netherlands so I know how big it is and this is why I’m so happy to join this club. .....
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