Rafael van der Vaart Advocates for Gerald Alders’ Continued Presence in Ajax Starting Lineup

Rafael van der Vaart has expressed his desire for Gerald Alders to maintain his starting position at Ajax. The defender received a starting opportunity from coach Fred Grim during the match against FC Utrecht, where he notably exceeded expectations. According to Van der Vaart, Alders should remain a fixture in the lineup.

Alders stepped into the left-back role against Utrecht due to an injury sustained by Owen Wijndal. He had previously made an appearance against Galatasaray. During a segment on Rondo, Van der Vaart spoke highly of the Ajax talent, stating, “Did you see Alders play? He is truly an excellent player!”