Following John Heitinga’s recent departure from Ajax, speculation about his successor is intensifying. Erik ten Hag has emerged as the primary candidate, with other names such as Alex Pastoor and Frank de Boer also being discussed. Interestingly, during the SBS 6 program ‘Nieuws van de Dag’, a surprising suggestion was made: Sarina Wiegman. Reporter Noa Vahle explained on the program why Ten Hag is considered the top choice for Ajax. “He is the most logical candidate. He understands the club well and I believe he can extract more from this squad than John Heitinga did. However, I do not think he can lead the team to a championship, nor to a top-two or top-three finish.” Vahle also mentioned that the name of Mark van Bommel might not be viable due to sensitivities surrounding his strong ties to PSV, stating, “That would be too controversial; he is truly a PSV man.” Then, guest Ronald Molendijk proposed the unexpected name of Sarina Wiegman, citing her impressive track record wherever she has coached. However, Vahle quickly dismissed this notion, asserting, “No, sorry. I am very much looking forward to 2025, but let’s be honest… women’s football and men’s football are two completely different worlds. I’m not saying a woman cannot lead, but she is not suited for this role.” Post navigation Discontent in Ajax’s Locker Room Following Heitinga’s Dismissal Ajax Makes Coaching Changes Following Series of Defeats
