In an interview with Alex Kroes, we look back on the recent transfer window. The technical director discusses Christian Eriksen, Wout Weghorst, Silvano Vos, and Kamaldeen Sulemana, while also addressing the financial and sporting balance within the club.
The draw in Nyon on Friday afternoon determined that Ajax will face Slavia Prague, SS Lazio, Maccabi Tel-Aviv, Real Sociedad, Galatasaray, Qarabağ FK, Beşiktaş, and FC RFS in the 'League Phase' of the UEFA Europa League. Head coach Francesco Farioli is looking forward to the European fixtures. "It was a good moment to know what our next challenges will be before the holiday break."
Daniele Rugani and Jorthy Mokio made their official debuts for Ajax 1 on Thursday evening in the European return match against Jagiellonia Białystok. The latter, who at 16 years and 182 days became the youngest foreign debutant ever, was thrilled with his first minutes in the Amsterdam first team. "At first, I was a little nervous, but it actually went quite well."
Kian Fitz-Jim had a successful night wearing the Ajax shirt on Thursday. The midfielder made his first goal for Ajax's first team. "It still has to land, but it feels wonderful."
Wout Weghorst is pleased to be an Ajacied for the coming two years. On Thursday, the striker signed a contract lasting until mid-2026. "I have played here before, also with the national team. But this time, walking in felt a little different. I am super happy and incredibly proud."
Chuba Akpom was the star for Ajax on Thursday evening. Thanks to a hattrick from the English striker, Francesco Farioli’s Ajacieden won 1-4 against Jagiellonia Białystok. "We are one step closer to the UEFA Europa League. Let's finish it on Thursday."
Francesco Farioli looked on with satisfaction Thursday evening as his team won 1-4 against Jagiellonia Białystok. The Italian coach emphasized that Ajax had full control in Poland. "I am very happy with the connection we are building with the supporters."
Zlatan Ibrahimovic was totally unknown when he was signed by Ajax in 2001. The Swedish striker struggled to settle in Amsterdam, and it wasn't exactly love at first sight with the fans in the ArenA either. Nevertheless, Ibrahimovic managed to steal the hearts of all Ajacieden. In this special, we see how the striker laid the foundation for his impressive career at Ajax, taking him to countless top European clubs.
Daniele Rugani is happy he can officially call himself an Ajacied since Wednesday. The Italian centre-back joins Ajax on loan from Juventus and can’t wait to play his first minutes in the white-red-white. "I couldn't sleep the past week, but now that I’m here it’s even more beautiful than I thought."
We spoke with Anton Gaaei about his heroic role during the penalty shootout against Panathinaikos in the UEFA Europa League qualifiers. We also look back at the loss against NAC Breda and look ahead to the first leg against Jagiellonia Białystok in the play-offs for the European tournament.
Dies Janse says that one day, he wants to take over the family business. But first, the young Ajax player is focusing on a successful career as a professional footballer. He's thriving with his host family in Amsterdam and as a player for Ajax, for whom he made his official debut last Sunday, but Zeeland will always be home. A beautiful portrait of a young man from Zeeland with big dreams in his natural habitat.
Francesco Farioli stood in front of the camera with a smile this Friday. The coach spoke about his team's fitness, the upcoming match against NAC, and a special night in the Johan Cruijff ArenA. "The match reminded me of Super Mario."