Jordi Cruyff named Ajax technical director in major club move
Jordi Cruyff, son of legendary Johan Cruyff, has been appointed as Ajax's new technical director. Cruyff expressed pride in joining the club where his father made history, highlighting the personal significance for his family. Ajax faces challenges, including the recent dismissal of John Heitinga and a significant gap behind league leaders. The club is looking to Cruyff to bring a new era of success.
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- Jordi Cruyff will start as Ajax's technical director on February 1 with a contract running until June 2028.
- He takes over after the dismissal of John Heitinga in November.
- Ajax are currently 18 points behind PSV Eindhoven in the Dutch league, last winning the title in 2022.
- The team suffered a record 6-0 defeat to AZ Alkmaar in the Dutch Cup last Wednesday.
- Jordi Cruyff previously played for Barcelona and Manchester United, and managed teams in Israel, Ecuador, and China.
