John Heitinga has now been working with Ajax for over a month in pre-season. The coach is shaping a close-knit collective in preparation for the start of the league. "I think it's important that everyone can operate from their own strengths and qualities. That should be the foundation and strength of this Ajax."
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.
John Heitinga is the new head coach of Ajax. After years in the youth academy, hundreds of matches for Ajax’s first team, various coaching roles at the De Toekomst training complex, and a stint as assistant coach with Jong Ajax, he now embarks on his second spell as the club’s head coach.
John Heitinga has returned to Ajax. He signed a two-year contract as head coach after spending two years in England with West Ham United and Liverpool. “Francesco Farioli laid a solid foundation here. We want to build on that moving forward,” Heitinga said.