![]() Van der Sar is considered by critics and fellow players as one of the best goalkeepers of all time. He played 130 times for the Netherlands national team, and was the nation's most-capped player until 2017, when he was overtaken by Wesley Sneijder. He retired as a professional in 2011, but briefly came out of retirement in 2016 to play a match for Dutch amateur team VV Noordwijk, for whom he had previously played as a youth. There he won a second Champions League title in 2008, making him one of just eight players at the time to have won the competition with more than one club. A goalkeeper, he left Ajax for Juventus in 1999, where he spent two years before moving to England, first to Fulham and then to Manchester United in 2005. Despite the challenges faced recently, Van der Sar's legacy at the club remains notable, and his resignation marks a transition for Ajax as they navigate the future under new leadership.*Club domestic league appearances and goalsĮdwin van der Sar ( Dutch pronunciation: ( listen) born 29 October 1970) is a Dutch football executive and former professional player who was most recently the chief executive of AFC Ajax, with whom he began his senior playing career in the early 1990s he is considered to be a member of the club's golden generation and was part of the Ajax team that won the UEFA Champions League in 1995. ![]() Eringa also noted that the last season should not overshadow Van der Sar's overall tenure and the positive contributions he has made to Ajax. Pier Eringa, the chair of the supervisory board, expressed a desire for Van der Sar to stay, but respected his decision to step down. ![]() However, the recent 2022-23 season witnessed Ajax's worst Eredivisie finish since 2009, leading to criticism directed towards Van der Sar. During his time in this role, Van der Sar has made a lasting impact on the club and its operations. The departure of the Dutch football legend comes after his significant involvement with Ajax's Board of Directors since November 2012. Consequently, he made the difficult choice to resign from his position as CEO. He emphasized that making decisions regarding the future of the club in the upcoming period did not feel right for him. ![]() Van der Sar stated, "We have experienced wonderful things together, but it has also been an incredibly tough period." Acknowledging the contributions of the individuals he has encountered and worked with during his second career at Ajax, he highlighted the accomplishments and trials they have overcome together.Įxplaining his decision to step down, Van der Sar expressed the need for some distance, rest, and the pursuit of other endeavors. Reflecting on his tenure, the 52-year-old former Manchester United goalkeeper expressed gratitude for the remarkable experiences and challenging moments he has shared with Ajax over the past eleven years. Beginning June 1, Van der Sar will transfer his responsibilities to the Board of Directors, while also being available for a supervisory role until August 1, according to an official statement released by the club. ( MENAFN) Edwin van der Sar, the CEO of Ajax Amsterdam, has announced his decision to step down from his position, as confirmed by the Dutch football club on Tuesday. ![]()
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