Liverpool’s plans for subsequent season aren’t simply targeted on signing new gamers.
As confirmed by Fabrizio Romano on X, Johnny Heitinga will depart his function at Anfield after receiving the inexperienced gentle from the membership to take up a two-year contract as Ajax supervisor.
The previous Everton defender joined us final summer time and has been a part of Arne Slot’s teaching staff throughout our Premier League-winning marketing campaign.
Having beforehand labored underneath David Moyes at West Ham, the Dutchman is now returning to Amsterdam to steer the aspect he as soon as performed for.
This comes only a day after it was famous that Marino Pusic – Slot’s former assistant at Feyenoord – stays with no job.
Liverpool turning consideration to extra than simply gamers
(Picture by Jan Kruger/Getty Pictures)
It’s clear now that we’re not solely pushing to herald recent expertise on the pitch, but additionally retaining an in depth eye on our backroom setup.
With Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong each edging nearer to a transfer to Merseyside – one thing Fabrizio Romano has individually confirmed – it’s clear that the rebuild goes deeper than simply the squad checklist.
Heitinga’s exit means our boss might want to take into account new additions to his teaching staff forward of pre-season, which begins in just some weeks.
Ajax have reportedly finalised the deal after Liverpool’s blessing earlier this week, giving the 41-year-old the prospect to steer his boyhood membership.
That opens the door for recent teaching appointments – and probably a reunion for the 47-year-old along with his trusted former assistant.
You possibly can view the Heitinga replace by way of @Fabrizioromano on X:
🚨❤️🤍 Ajax have agreed deal to nominate John Heitinga as new head coach on two 12 months contract.
Unique story confirmed as Liverpool gave their inexperienced gentle earlier this week and Heitinga will return to Ajax. 🇳🇱 pic.twitter.com/cp8ZkH6j4a
– Fabrizio Romano (@fabrizioromano) Might 30, 2025
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