Grimaldo’s former coach could join Benfica’s Champions League rival | OneFootball

Heading into a new international break, Ajax, who will face Benfica in the Champions League, is going through a challenging phase regarding their results. In light of this situation, the Dutch officials are considering the possibility of Erik ten Hag, who recently worked with Alejandro Grimaldo, succeeding John Heitinga.

According to international press reports, the former Netherlands international has not convinced Ajax's management. It should be noted that the former central defender took over the technical command of the Amsterdam club this season, following the departure of Francesco Farioli, who will now face Benfica - where he issued a warning - in tonight's Classic.

Thus, the 55-year-old coach, who is currently without a club after being dismissed by Bayer Leverkusen at the start of this season, is the favorite to replace Heitinga. According to the figures presented by Ajax, the team in the Eredivisie has been underperforming. Occupying third place in the league, with only four victories.

In the Champions League, like Benfica, the historic Dutch team has yet to secure a victory in the prestigious competition. After two rounds, Ajax has lost twice, first against Inter Milan (2-0) and, more recently, was thrashed by Marseille (4-0).

It seems that the fans, like the management, are losing patience, and John Heitinga is running out of room to maneuver. The same source indicates that Erik ten Hag will only proceed if there is an agreement between all parties. Thus, if this scenario materializes, he could face Benfica in the Champions League.

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