Ajax Considers Marc Overmars for Technical Director Role

Ajax has dismissed John Heitinga from his position as head coach this week. Additionally, Alex Kroes has offered his resignation as technical director. Sources from Antwerp have informed SoccerNews that the club in Amsterdam is seriously considering the return of a familiar face to fill the role.

Ajax is evaluating the possibility of reappointing Marc Overmars as technical director. The situation in Amsterdam has been tumultuous. Following a busy transfer summer, during which several key players left the Johan Cruijff Arena, the club aimed to blend experience and talent to create a formidable squad. However, things did not unfold as anticipated for the record champions. Under the leadership of John Heitinga and assistant Marcel Keizer, the club’s management felt that insufficient progress was made.

The consideration to bring Overmars back is independent of any potential attractions for Erik ten Hag. The former Ajax coach has been without a club since his brief tenure at Bayer Leverkusen. During his time as technical director at Royal Antwerp, the Dutch coach achieved significant success, including reaching the semi-finals of prestigious tournaments.