Ajax Considering Assistant Role for Heitinga Amid Growing Pressure

pressure intensified after the 3-0 Champions League defeat to Galatasaray, and speculation around his future has continued to grow. However, according to De Telegraaf, Ajax is not yet prepared to part ways with the 41-year-old.

The Amsterdam club is reportedly exploring an internal reshuffle rather than a direct dismissal. One option being discussed is moving Heitinga into an assistant coach role — similar to John de Wolf’s position at Feyenoord — should Erik ten Hag be willing to return to the Johan Cruyff Arena.

It remains unclear whether Ten Hag has interest in taking charge again. The report suggests he already held talks with Alex Kroes earlier this week, though no agreement has been reached.

Ajax now heads into Sunday’s Eredivisie clash against FC Utrecht with significant tension surrounding the club. The result could be decisive in determining Heitinga’s future with the team.