"Calm and relaxed," Oliver Edvardsen says with a little smile, describing himself while sitting in the lobby of Hotel Oud London. It's exactly the impression the Norwegian winger gives off in Zeist — a player who observes and calmly navigates among the squad. Edvardsen quickly made himself 'one of the guys' at Ajax. Even if, as he admits himself, that's partly just outward appearance.
Ajax played out a 1-1 draw in its second pre-season friendly, held in Hattem. Sean Steur broke the deadlock shortly after halftime, but the Danish side Aarhus GF equalized just over ten minutes later.
Ajax concluded its training camp with a 1-1 draw against Aarhus GF in Hattem, the number six from the Danish league last season.
Ajax have wrapped up the fifth day of their training camp in Zeist with the final session ahead of Saturday’s friendly against Aarhus GF. The training featured a game-based warm-up, tactical exercises and finishing drills. Enjoy nine minutes of training footage as the team sharpen their edge for matchday.
Ajax and Crystal Palace have reached an agreement on the transfer of Borna Sosa to the English club. The Croatian left-back will make the move to the Premier League, pending the completion of his medical and the finalization of personal terms.
Before joining Ajax, Aaron Bouwman was a striker. But once he arrived at De Toekomst, he was almost immediately transformed into a central defender. At just 17 years old, the native of Haarlem appears to have a bright future in that position. "I hope to make my debut for Ajax 1 this season."
Coaches John Heitinga and Marcel Keizer loudly urge on their team. "Full-on pressure!" echoes across the training field in Zeist. The Ajax players follow suit. In these fourteen minutes, you'll see part of Thursday’s training session. Be sure to check out Wout Weghorst’s brilliant chip, as well as the slick combination play between Kayden Wolff, Rayane Bounida, and Brian Brobbey.
John Heitinga introduced himself to the Dutch press on Thursday during Ajax's training camp in Zeist. The head coach reflected on his appointment and shared his ambitions for the upcoming season. "The goal is direct qualification for the UEFA Champions League. But personally, I want to become champion — or at least be in the title race. Still, ther''s a difference between wanting and needing," Heitinga stated.
Under the watchful eye of the press, the Ajax players completed a training session Thursday morning at the complex in Zeist. From high-pressing drills to stunning goals — block 45 minutes in your calendar and watch along. It's a great way to get an inside look at an Ajax training session.
Jordan Henderson is leaving Ajax. The club has cooperated with the player's request to terminate the current employment contract. The Englishman's contract with Ajax ran until June 30, 2026, but now ends immediately.
One by one they came to him, or he went to them. Jordan Henderson was in Zeist to personally say farewell to the Ajax players, staff, and personnel. With firm handshakes, heartfelt embraces, and final conversations with his teammates, the Jordan Henderson chapter at Ajax has officially come to an end.
Ajax and Sandals Resorts have extended their partnership. Ajax and Sandals Resorts have been working together on the Future Goals program in Curaçao since 2022, and this partnership will continue until at least June 2028. Since the start of the partnership, thousands of children have been introduced to soccer in an inspiring and energetic way, and the vast majority of primary schools in Curaçao have been provided with sports equipment and teaching materials. Ajax and Sandals Resorts have also expressed their ambition to roll out the Future Goals program elsewhere in the Caribbean.