New Technical Director of Ajax
Amsterdam's Ajax has agreed on the terms of cooperation with the new technical director Jordi Cruyff, who will start working in February 2026. The contract with Cruyff will last until summer 2030, indicating the club's confidence in his professional qualities and potential.
Jordi Cruyff's Experience
Jordi Cruyff, a 51-year-old Dutchman, is known for his career as a player and manager. He previously worked as a technical advisor for the Indonesian national team and held positions as sports director at clubs such as:
- Barcelona
- AEL Limassol
- Maccabi Tel Aviv
Cruyff also gained popularity playing for Barcelona from 1994, and from 2006 to 2008, he played for Donetsk Metallurg.
Cruyff's appointment became possible after Alex Cruz left the position of technical director of Ajax due to a scandal related to the club's shares. Cruyff aims to strengthen Ajax's position in the football arena and ensure positive team development in the coming years.
“The appointment of Jordi Cruyff as technical director of Ajax is an important step for the club amid the changes occurring in its management.” - Source unknown
Cruyff, with his experience in major European clubs, has the potential to implement new strategies that can help Ajax regain competitiveness on the international stage. Considering the duration of the contract, the club hopes for stability and successful development in the coming years.