Overview

• Ajax has confirmed John Heitinga as its new head coach on a two-year deal, with Marcel Keizer joining as his assistant.
• Heitinga previously served as interim coach in 2023, leading Ajax to a third-place Eredivisie finish and a narrow KNVB Cup final defeat.
• His stints as an assistant at West Ham United and Liverpool enriched his tactical acumen and included winning a Premier League title.
• Under Francesco Farioli last season, Ajax secured Champions League qualification but narrowly missed out on the Eredivisie title.
• Technical director Alex Kroes said early clarity on the coaching setup will allow the club to finalize squad planning ahead of the new season.