Maarten Paes: FC Dallas Goalkeeper Transferred to AFC Ajax - A Legacy of Excellence
FC Dallas has announced the transfer of goalkeeper Maarten Paes to Dutch club AFC Ajax in the Eredivisie. Paes, who started 114 matches for Dallas, expressed his gratitude for his time with the team and the city. Serving as captain during the 2025 season, Paes made significant contributions, ranking among the top goalkeepers in the league in saves and crosses punched away. Over his four seasons with FC Dallas, Paes established himself as one of the club's top goalkeepers in various statistical categories.
Paes initially joined FC Dallas on loan from FC Utrecht before completing a permanent transfer in 2022. His impressive performances earned him a spot in the 2024 MLS All-Star Game and Skills Challenge. Born in the Netherlands, Paes later obtained Indonesian citizenship through his grandmother and made his senior international debut for Indonesia in 2024. With his transfer to AFC Ajax, Paes embarks on a new chapter in his career, leaving a lasting legacy at FC Dallas.