Brazilian goalkeeper Matheus poised to depart Braga after 372 appearances for Ajax

Brazilian goalkeeper Matheus Magalhaes (32) is reportedly set to depart Portuguese club Braga after spending 11 seasons there, with Braga and Ajax having reached an agreement for a loan deal.

The Dutch publication De Telegraaf shared the news on Sunday evening, shortly after Ajax secured a 2-1 victory over Feyenoord in the Klassieker.

Even though he had offers from clubs in Brazil, Matheus has chosen to move to Ajax on loan, which includes a purchase option for a reported fee of €3 million.

Ajax initiated the search for a new backup goalkeeper after reportedly coming to an agreement with Borussia Dortmund for the transfer of German keeper Diant Ramaj, valued at approximately €5 million.

During his time at Braga, the 32-year-old Brazilian made 372 appearances and achieved four major honours, including two Portuguese Cups and two League Cups.