How Ajax nurture their young talent
What is the secret to how the mighty Ajax of Amsterdam keep producing their conveyor belt of young talent. There are many theories but one that has come to light is to do with how they train their youth players. It is unconventional and certainly different but it appears to be getting results. It is
Ander Herrera likens FC Basel to Ajax
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has compared Swiss champions FC Basel with last season’s Europa League finalists Ajax because of their tendency to promote players from their youth academy. The Red Devils clinched a 2-0 victory over Ajax in Stockholm in May, and this assured them of a place in the Champions League group stage.
Tottenham Hotspur sign Ajax defender for a club-record fee
Tottenham Hotspurhavecompleted the signing of defenderDavinsonSanchez from Ajax for a club-record fee of around £42m. The Colombia international has agreed to a six-year contract with the north London giants subject to a work permit. He becomes Spurs’ second signing of the summer transfer window following the arrival of goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga from Southampton earlier in