Overview

• Francesco Farioli resigned as Ajax coach on May 19, 2025, after one season in charge, citing strategic differences with the club's management.
• Ajax lost the Eredivisie title to PSV Eindhoven on the final day of the season, despite holding a nine-point lead as recently as April 19.
• Farioli, the first Italian and non-Dutch coach at Ajax since 1998, had joined the club in June 2024 on a contract through 2027.
• Under Farioli, Ajax secured second place in the league and Champions League qualification but faced criticism for their late-season collapse.
• Technical director Alex Kroes expressed disappointment over Farioli's departure, warning of increased challenges in the upcoming transfer window.