Francesco Farioli leaves Ajax following title race implosion

Francesco Farioli has stepped down as Ajax head coach after only a year in charge of the Amsterdam club. Farioli was visibly emotional following his sides 2-0 win over Twente on Sunday which was not enough to win clinch Eredivisie title for the Amsterdam side. Ajax had a nine point lead at one point but their form in April and May saw the title slip from their hands. The 36 year old Italian had signed a three year deal last summer but has cited differences with the club as the reason for this premature departure.

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Van Gaal warns Ten Hag against joining Man United

Netherlands coach Louis Van Gaal has urged prospective Manchester United managerial candidate Erik Ten Hag to “choose a football club not a commercial club”. The Ajax boss is the main candidate to replace interim boss Ralf Rangnick at Old Trafford.

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Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana banned for doping violation

Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana has been suspended for 12 months by European soccer’s governing body UEFA for violating doping rules. Traces of the banned substance Furosemide were found in the Cameroon international’s urine during an out-of-competition test.

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