Manchester United legend, Edwin van der Sar, the chief executive officer of AFC Ajax, has extended his contract with the Dutch club amid interest from Chelsea.
Van der Sar joined Ajax after earning his degree from VV Noordwijk’s academy. He quickly earned a spot in the starting lineup and became known as Ajax’s top goalie during their heyday.
As a goalkeeper then, he was crucial to Ajax’s run to the Champions League final.
The former Manchester United goalkeeper started his senior playing career with Ajax in the early 1990s before joining the Red Devils where he became famous in 2005.
Van der Sar, now the CEO of Ajax, turned down the opportunity to relocate to England before agreeing on a two-year contract extension with the Dutch champions that would last until 2025.
It hasn’t gone unnoticed that Van der Sar is doing a great job at Ajax by continuing to nurture young players and sell them for enormous amounts.
The 51-year-old Dutchman was eager to join Manchester United as part of their internal renovation after ending his playing career there in 2011.
This year, the Red Devils have already taken Ajax players Lisandro Martinez and Antony, as well as manager Erik ten Hag, from the Dutch club.
Edwin van der Sar was linked with a move to Stanford Bridge as Todd Boehly continues to reshape the Blues in his image. Chelsea was keeping an eye on Van der Sar to make him the club’s sporting director, a role Boehly is currently occupying in the interim. But in the end, Ajax persuaded Van der Sar to stay in his native country.
Thomas Tuchel, the head coach of the west Londoners, was fired on Wednesday 7th, 2022., and Graham Potter took his place the following day.
The club’s new sporting director will be selected with input from the former Brighton manager.
The 51-year-old Dutchman said in a club statement: “In the past ten years, Ajax has experienced a lot of change. We have developed alongside the club in numerous ways over the years”.
While Edwin was speaking on the club’s achievement, he said:
“The first team’s accomplishments have contributed significantly to the growth of international recognition. But that achievement is also the result of an incredible organization.
“Our objective is to join the top international teams structurally. We intend to participate in the redesigned Champions League each year starting in 2024 when the format of the European competitions will change. I want to continue contributing to that process since that journey is not yet finished.
“I get to work with energized coworkers who want to keep setting higher standards every day. not only in the workplace, but also with the Ajax Women, the youth academy, and the first team.
“The stadium is consistently full, and sales of various Ajax jerseys to young and old, both domestically and internationally, have increased dramatically.
“We appreciate the support of both our home and away fans. Enough justifications exist for me to continue investing my heart and soul in this club in the years to come.”
Edwin van Der Sar is a Dutch football executive and former Manchester United goalkeeper.
Before retiring from Manchester United in 2011, Van Der Sar had a record of 130 caps for the Netherlands, four Premier League titles, and one Champions League title at United.
Edwin van der Sar signed shirts.
Edwin van der Sar signed Manchester United shirts are available in a variety of colors, including the blue, yellow, and Lennon sleeves he wore at Old Trafford during his playing days. You can buy them on Manchester United’s official website and eBay for as much as 395 pounds.
How old is Van der Sar?
On October 29, 1970, Edwin van der Sar was born which means that the Dutch goalkeeper is currently 51-year-old.
Where does Edwin van der Sar live?
Edwin van der Sar resides in the southern part of Holland.
What is Edwin van der Sar’s current profession?
Edwin van der Sar currently works as the CEO of Ajax AFC.
Edwin van der Sar’s retirement
Before retiring in 2011, he had a record 130 caps for the Netherlands, four Premier League titles, and one Champions League victory with United.
He returned from full retirement the following year after playing a game for Dutch amateur team VV Noordwijk in 2016. Afterward, he retired fully and went into football administration.
Clubs Edwin van der Sar has played for?
While playing for Ajax, Juventus, Fulham, Manchester United, and the Netherlands national team, Edwin van der Sar played in more than 900 senior matches.
During this time, he won numerous awards, broke numerous records, and cemented his reputation as one of the greatest goalkeepers of the modern era.
