April 26th 2024.
The possibility of Erik ten Hag returning to Ajax as their manager has been making headlines lately. The club's chief, Alex Kroes, has set his sights on Ten Hag and is willing to wait for him if Manchester United decides to part ways with him.
Ajax has had a tough season, currently sitting in fifth place in the Eredivisie table, a whopping 35 points behind the champions, PSV. After John van 't Schip's short-lived tenure, the club is now on the lookout for a new manager for the upcoming season.
The decision ultimately rests on Kroes, who was recently suspended from his role as Ajax's CEO due to allegations of insider trading. However, he has returned to the club as the technical director and is now responsible for appointing a new manager.
Initially, Ajax had considered Graham Potter, the former manager of Brighton and Chelsea, but it seems that he is not their first choice. Instead, Kroes is hoping to secure the return of Ten Hag, who has been facing uncertainty at Manchester United.
The Red Devils have been struggling for consistency, and their chances of securing European football next season are slim. With the FA Cup final against Manchester City looming, any decision regarding Ten Hag's future will be made after the match.
Ajax and Kroes are willing to wait for Ten Hag, but they are also aware of the risk of missing out on other potential candidates. If Manchester United delays their decision, Ajax is prepared to move on and consider other options.
One such option is Francesco Farioli, who is currently coaching Nice, a club owned by Ineos, just like Manchester United. However, Ajax may face financial constraints if they choose to pursue Potter due to his high wage demands.
If all else fails, former academy coach Marcel Keizer could be a potential backup option for Ajax. But for now, all eyes are on Ten Hag and his future at Manchester United. As for Ajax, they are determined to make a strategic and timely decision in appointing their next manager.
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