Mohamed Kudus, a Ghanaian international, is anticipated to miss two to three weeks of activity owing to an injury setback.
As Ajax overcame Feyenoord in the Dutch Cup semifinals to win a spot in the finals, the 22-year-old sustained a hamstring injury in the middle of the previous week.
In the eagerly anticipated match on Wednesday, the former FC Nordjaelland star had to be replaced.
He will miss the games against Fortuna Sittard, FC Emmen and PSV Eindhoven in the league but could return before the Cup final against PSV Eindhoven on April 30, 2023.
The Black Stars midfielder absence will be huge blow for Ajax who are keen to defend the league title. Feyenoord lead the champions with eight points.
Kudus has been in a rich vein of form for the Dutch giants this season, scoring 18 goals and providing 5 assists in all competitions.
He has become a subject of interest for several clubs including, Manchester United, Real Madrid and others.