Potential Clash: Erik ten Hag and Marc Overmars’ Complicated History

omidbasir- Erik ten Hag and Marc Overmars previously collaborated at Ajax, but their chances of returning to the club now seem bleak. Instead, their paths may increasingly conflict.

From December 2017 to February 2022, Ten Hag and Overmars worked together at the Dutch record champions. Ten Hag emerged as a successful coach at the Johan Cruijff ArenA, while Overmars left under less favorable circumstances after a period of sporting success. The technical director was forced to depart due to allegations of inappropriate behavior towards female colleagues.

In this context, Ten Hag may find himself obstructing his former colleague. According to a report from FootballTransfers, Overmars has expressed interest in acquiring a former Ajax player for Royal Antwerp. The player in question is striker Lassina Traoré, who is returning from a serious injury. Although Traoré underwent a medical examination in Antwerp, the transfer ultimately fell through.