Ajax Amsterdam have named John Heitinga as their new coach, with the former Netherlands defender signing a two-year deal, the Eredivisie club confirmed on Saturday.

Amidst the typical Liverpool player rumours and movement, Liverpool have announced the departure of assistant coach John Heitinga. The 41-year-old Dutchman was hired to serve under Arne Slot for his inaugural season with the Reds. After the team’s success, Heitinga has been picked to serve as the new Head Coach at his childhood club, Ajax.

Ajax has hired John Heitinga as head coach to replace Francesco Farioli nearly two weeks after the Italian resigned following the team’s late-season collapse.