Ajax was initially open to the idea of selling Baas to Porto, with the club's trainer Francesco Farioli keen on bringing the player to Portugal. However, the proposed deal was deemed insufficient by Ajax, who were willing to work with Porto only if the price was right. Voetbal International reports that the Amsterdammers were prepared to cooperate if the offer was acceptable, but the Portuguese club's proposal fell short of Ajax's expectations.
The development is a setback for Baas, who had expressed his willingness to join Porto. The player remains contracted to Ajax until the summer of 2028, and it seems likely that he will stay with the club unless a last-minute offer is made. With the transfer window nearing its close, Ajax's technical director Jordi Cruijff is unlikely to consider any new proposals.