Born on 28th February 2000 in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Josip Šutalo is a talented defender. Now 25, Šutalo primarily plays as a central defender for Ajax. Standing at 6 feet (1.85m) tall and weighing 12 stone 8lbs (80kg), he brings a solid presence to the back line. Fans will often see the number 37 on his jersey. He has also donned the national colours, representing the Croatia national team.
Šutalo's current market value is estimated around £20.5m, according to Transfermarkt. With his contract with Ajax set to run until 30th June 2028, they have a significant length of time to get the best from their player.
Šutalo first showcased his abilities during the 2022-23 season at Dinamo Zagreb in Croatia. He made 27 first team appearances and scored twice. The following season, despite only making three first team appearances, his talent was evident.
In the season of 2023-24, he moved to Ajax in the Netherlands where he continued to build his reputation. Making 23 first team appearances and scoring one goal in his first season, he had already started to establish himself. In the 2024-25 season, he upped his game even further, participating in 29 matches and scoring a further two goals.
International duty also beckoned for Šutalo, as he represented his country in several competitions, including the World Cup Qualifiers Europe 2024-26, the Euro 2024, and the Euro Qualifiers 2022-24. His club duties for Ajax also extended to the Europa League during the 2023-24 and 2024-25 seasons, as well as the Conference League in the 2023-24 season.
Šutalo is expected to continue to progress and shine in the upcoming 2025-26 season, under the banner of Ajax in the Netherlands.
