Ajax’s Struggle: Louis van Gaal on His Advisor Role and the Club’s Direction

Van Gaal on His Role as Ajax Advisor

Louis van Gaal, the former Dutch national team coach, has been acting as an advisor to Ajax, yet he maintains a low profile. In a rare public comment, Van Gaal disclosed, “I am an advisor to Ajax, and I have to work in silence.”

“An advisor gives advice and those who receive the advice do with it what they want. That is very different from me taking responsibility. So no, actually this position is not tailor-made for me,” he said with a laugh.

– Louis van Gaal

Van Gaal: Ajax Doesn’t Always Follow His Advice

Van Gaal, who arrived at the book presentation of Tijani Babangida, shed light on the challenges he faces in his role. “It’s difficult, but I have to do it. I do it for Ajax, my club that has fallen on hard times,” he commented. However, he admitted that he doesn’t see immediate success. “I think it will take two to three years if they follow my line. But they don’t always follow my line.”

FAQs: Understanding Van Gaal’s Role at Ajax

Q: What does Louis van Gaal do as an advisor to Ajax?

A: Van Gaal provides advice to Ajax regarding technical and strategic aspects of the club’s operations. However, he doesn’t have direct responsibility for implementing those changes.

Q: Why doesn’t Van Gaal see immediate success at Ajax?

A: Van Gaal believes it will take two to three years to see significant improvement if his advice is consistently followed. However, he mentioned that Ajax doesn’t always implement his suggestions.

Ajax’s Technical Staff Changes Amidst Uncertainty

Meanwhile, Ajax has made changes to their technical staff. They’ve added Denny Landzaat, with Jordi Cruijff potentially succeeding Alex Kroes. However, the appointment of a new head coach, following the dismissal of John Heitinga, remains uncertain.