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CNA
6 hours ago
- Business
- CNA
Ajax appoint Heitinga as new coach
Ajax Amsterdam have named John Heitinga as their new coach, with the former Netherlands defender signing a two-year deal, the Eredivisie club confirmed on Saturday. Heitinga, who grew up in the club's youth ranks and was part of Ajax's senior squad for seven and a half seasons, was one of Arne Slot's assistants at Liverpool in their Premier League-winning season. Former club manager Marcel Keizer will serve as Heitinga's assistant and has signed a contract of the same duration, Ajax added. "John knows the club well," Technical Director Alex Kroes told the club website. "We are convinced that he, together with Marcel, will help improve our players and build on the progress made since last summer in terms of, for example, elite sporting culture and discipline." Heitinga replaces Italian Francesco Farioli, who resigned earlier this month after a year in charge. Record 36-time champions Ajax finished the season second after blowing a nine-point lead as they were pipped to the league title by PSV Eindhoven on the final day. Ajax last won the league in 2021-22. "It's good that it's decided early on in the summer break that they will be in charge from the end of June. (We) can now continue working with John and the other parties involved on the squad composition for the coming season," Kroes added. Former Atletico Madrid and Everton defender Heitinga coached youth and reserve teams at Ajax after he retired from playing, following his return to Ajax, in 2016. He was also briefly appointed as acting coach of Ajax in 2023 after the firing of Alfred Schreuder. Heitinga, who won 87 caps for the Netherlands, was then David Moyes's assistant at West Ham United before taking on the same role at Liverpool. "I am incredibly excited to start," Heitinga said. "The last years in England have done me a lot of good. I've been able to develop further alongside David Moyes and Arne Slot, while also getting a behind-the-scenes look at two major clubs.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Rangers hold talks with former Ajax boss over becoming their next manager as Davide Ancelotti discussions drag on
RANGERS have added another name to their managerial shortlist as Ibrox chiefs close in on the appointment of their new boss. SunSport has already told you how Davide Ancelotti, Russell Martin, Steven Gerrard and Brian Priske were in the frame to replace Philippe Clement. 3 Liverpool legend Gerrard has seemingly dropped out of the race after rejecting an approach to make a sensational return to his former club. Ancelotti and Martin are understood to be the leading contenders as things stand. However, SunSport understands another manager has now joined the race, with former Ajax boss Francesco Farioli the latest gaffer to hold discussions with the Light Blues board. The 36-year-old is currently a free agent after he resigned from the Eredivisie giants following their dramatic title collapse which saw PSV Eindhoven clinch the title on the final day. Ajax threw away a nine point lead in the final few games which allowed Malik Tillman and Co to make it two-in-a-row following a last day shootout against Sparta Rotterdam. Emotional Farioli quit following the major disappointment and technical director Alex Kroes branded his departure "incredibly disappointing". It's understood the Italian was one of the managers considered by Light Blues chiefs before they appointed Michael Beale. The Ibrox club have been long-time admirers of the young manager and it's said they've made a fresh approach. The former Nice and Alanyaspor gaffer has also been linked with Atalanta and Roma. Farioli recently revealed what he expects from his next move after a difference of opinion with the Ajax board. Ajax Manager Francesco Farioli in tears after Dutch giants lose Eredivisie title on final day of the season 'There's a lot of speculation, a lot of rumours,' he said. 'But I do want to get back into coaching. Just like it was with Ajax, I don't care about the brand or the size of the club. "What matters to me is how things are done, and last summer Ajax was exactly what I was looking for. 'It was the right step for my career, and now we'll see what comes next. We'll see if and when that opportunity arrives. 'I'm a very demanding person. Before I join a club, I lay all my strengths and weaknesses on the table. 'Demanding' is probably the best word to describe me. "I want to find a club that's willing to fight alongside me.'
The National
2 days ago
- Sport
- The National
Rangers hold discussions with ex-Ajax boss Francesco Farioli
The 36-year-old Italian resigned from the Dutch giants after an end of season collapse saw a nine point lead whittled away, PSV Eindhoven claiming the Eredivisie crown. Despite dragging the former European champions up from a fifth place finish and securing Champions League football an emotional Farioli quit blaming a difference in 'visions and timeframes' from the Ajax board. Technical director Alex Kroes branded his departure 'incredibly disappointing.' Farioli spoke to Rangers before the appointment of Michael Beale in November 2022. And, as the club continue the search for a permanent successor to Philippe Clement, Herald Sport understands that the former Nice and Alanyaspor coach was sounded out again last week. Linked with the Roma and Atalanta jobs back in his native land the former goalkeeping coach, a graduate in philosophy and sports science, regards former Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi as his coach mentor and claims his next role will focus on 'how things are done'. 'There's a lot of speculation, a lot of rumours,' he said. 'But I do want to get back into coaching. Just like it was with Ajax, I don't care about the brand or the size of the club. What matters to me is how things are done, and last summer Ajax was exactly what I was looking for. Read more: Dave King delivers verdict on Barry Ferguson's interim spell in charge of Rangers 'It was the right step for my career, and now we'll see what comes next. We'll see if and when that opportunity arrives. 'I'm a very demanding person. Before I join a club, I lay all my strengths and weaknesses on the table. 'Demanding' is probably the best word to describe me. I want to find a club that's willing to fight alongside me.' Speculation over the Rangers role has centred so far on Davide Ancelotti, Steven Gerrard and Russell Martin. The club have also spoken to former Feyenoord boss Brian Priske. Former Ibrox chairman Dave King believes Gerrard is the 'obvious choice' to return to the club he managed between 2018 and 2021, claiming he has 'unfinished business' in Glasgow. Despite King's endorsement the Liverpool legend is reported to be on the cusp of bowing out of the race after making a 'lifestyle choice' to remain in the middle east for another year. Chief Executive Patrick Stewart is leading the search for a new manager, with sporting director Kevin Thelwell and Gretar Steinsson of the San Francisco 49ers whittling through the list of available candidates.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Champions League club announce recovery of Arsenal cult hero, 36, from tuberculosis – then release him in same statement
PSV Eindhoven striker Lucas Perez is "recovering well" from tuberculosis after being diagnosed in March. The 36-year-old has been fighting the illness for the last two months, having contracted it just weeks after joining PSV on a short-term deal. 2 2 Following his diagnosis, GGD Brabant-Zuidoost - the public health department in Eindhoven - monitored the situation to ensure that no other player was infected. But a club statement from PSV has now confirmed that Perez was the only star affected. The Dutch side also revealed that he is now out of quarantine. Perez is "recovering well" and will now fly back to Spain to continue his rehabilitation. The former Arsenal man said: "I am healthy again, I am working very hard to be in top shape next season and I am very happy to be back." Despite his recovery, Perez will not continue with PSV due to his contract expiring. That means he is set to become a free agent next month. The striker made just three appearances for PSV after joining at the end of February. His Eredivise campaign was abruptly cut short as a result of his illness. Before joining PSV, Perez enjoyed a fourth spell with Deportivo La Coruna. Lucas Perez signs for Arsenal He terminated his contract in January for "personal reasons" after requesting to leave. The striker has also played for the likes of Rayo Vallecano, Karpaty Lviv, PAOK, Alaves, Elche and Cadiz. He spent a short time at Arsenal from 2016 to 2018 after joining from Deportivo in a £17.1million deal and made 21 appearances. A one-year stint at West Ham then followed. The tuberculosis symptoms to watch out for TB is a potentially serious condition, but it can be cured if it's treated with the right antibiotics. It normally affects the lungs, but it can also affect other parts of the body, including the bones, brain, lymph glands, kidneys, spine, skin, and stomach. If you have TB in your lungs, the most common symptoms are: A persistent cough that lasts more than three weeks and usually brings up phlegm, which may be bloody Breathlessness that gradually gets worse Lack of appetite and weight loss A high temperature Night sweats If you have TB in other parts of your body, you may have symptoms such as: Swollen glands Body ache Swollen joints Tummy ache Dark pee Headaches Being sick Feeling confused A stiff neck A rash Source: Asthma and Lung UK
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Jordan Henderson tipped for emotional return to former club with Ajax future uncertain after title collapse
JORDAN HENDERSON could make a big return to the Premier League this summer. Henderson, 34, left English football in 2023 following 12 spectacular years at Liverpool that saw him win every major honour. 3 3 The midfielder joined the group of elite names that made the leap to Saudi Arabia with the promise of a big payday. The England international reunited with fellow Anfield hero Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq. However, Henderson's stint in the Saudi Pro League barely lasted six months as he ripped up his £700,000-a-week deal with the Middle Eastern club. That led the versatile midfielder back to Europe as he signed with Ajax in January 2024. That in turn caused a career resurgence that saw him getting called back up to the England squad by new manager Thomas Tuchel. The Liverpool hero also helped Ajax return to the Champions League ahead of next season despite a spectacular title collapse that saw the Dutch giants losing the Eredivisie from their grasp to rivals PSV Eindhoven on the final day of the season. According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Henderson will decide his future this month with his current contract running out next year. The defensive midfielder has the option to trigger an additional year at Ajax but has received interest from the Premier League and Serie A. And that could lead him to an emotional return to former club Sunderland. According to The Guardian, the newly-promoted Black Cats are believed to be still considering whether to try to re-sign Henderson this summer. The No6 started his career at the club's academy back in 1998 aged just eight years old. After 10 impressive years within the youth ranks he earned a senior call-up and went on to amass a total of five goals and 10 assists in 79 appearances. Henderson 's impressive performances at the Stadium of Light led to interest from Liverpool, who signed him in 2011.
