Tolu Arokodare: Super Eagles striker reveals Ajax trophy target — “That’s the aim”
Retold by Oddsrama · 13 October 2026
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Tolu Arokodare is settling beautifully into life at Ajax, and the Nigerian striker is making no bones about what he wants from the season ahead. The Super Eagles forward, on loan from Wolverhampton, has been lethal in the Eredivisie with seven goals and two assists in ten games—a serious statement from a player eager to erase a frustrating spell in England. His latest strike came last Saturday in a 1-1 draw against NEC Nijmegen, though Ajax ultimately left two points on the table when Tjaronn Chery levelled from the penalty spot.
But Arokodare's focus stretches well beyond his own tally. In a recent interview, he laid out Ajax's broader mission: to compete for every piece of silverware available. "We're going to try to win everything that's there to win, every competition we're playing in," the 25-year-old said, emphasizing that this is the standard when you pull on an Ajax shirt. The Dutch side finished fifth last season and currently sit fifth again, five points adrift of Feyenoord, so a trophy run could be crucial to their ambitions of reclaiming domestic dominance.
What's most encouraging for Ajax fans is Arokodare's genuine affection for the club and the Dutch football culture. The reception from supporters, his teammates, and the fanbase has been nothing short of stellar, and that settled mindset can translate into consistency on the pitch. With seven goals already bagged this term and his confidence visibly high, he's become a key attacking outlet. For those watching Ajax's trophy odds, Arokodare's current form and clear hunger suggest the Gunners have genuine firepower to challenge across competitions.
The loan deal from Wolves includes an option to make the move permanent, and if he maintains this trajectory, making it permanent could make plenty of sense for all parties. Arokodare has given himself a genuine platform to prove himself in Europe's top leagues.
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