Heitinga Returns to Ajax: A New Era Begins
Ajax Amsterdam has appointed John Heitinga as the new head coach, with Marcel Keizer as his assistant. The former assistant to Arne Slot at Liverpool, Heitinga replaces Francesco Farioli after Ajax lost the title to PSV Eindhoven. Heitinga previously coached Ajax's reserve team and had a brief stint as acting head coach.
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Ajax Amsterdam has finalized an agreement to appoint John Heitinga as their new head coach, with Marcel Keizer serving as his assistant, according to several Dutch media outlets.
Heitinga, 41, who recently assisted Arne Slot at Liverpool, takes over from Italian Francesco Farioli, who resigned after Ajax's title chase fell short against PSV Eindhoven. While there has yet to be an official announcement from Ajax, Heitinga is expected to sign a two-year contract.
Heitinga, a veteran with 87 caps for the Netherlands, previously acted as interim coach for Ajax, guiding them to a third-place finish and a Dutch Cup final. His connection to Ajax runs deep, having risen through its youth ranks before embarking on an international playing career.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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