Ajax have been embroiled in a turbulent period, with reports indicating that Ten Hag, the manager at Manchester United, was being considered for a return to the Dutch team. However, the situation took an unexpected turn when Ajax’s newly appointed chief executive, Alex Kroes, was dismissed due to an insider trading scandal, leading to further chaos within the club.

Kroes’ close association with Ten Hag’s agent, Kees Vos, had fueled speculation that Ten Hag could potentially make a return to Ajax if he parted ways with United. Sources close to the manager suggest that he may leave United at the end of the season unless he receives assurances from Ratcliffe’s INEOS Group about their commitment to him.

Amidst this turmoil, Ajax fans are demanding the reinstatement of Kroes, who was dismissed after it was revealed that he had purchased 17,000 Ajax shares a week before his appointment was announced. This adds to the club’s woes as they now face the task of recruiting a new chief executive, coach, director of football, and academy boss in the upcoming summer.

Kroes is seeking to reclaim his position, arguing that his dismissal violates Dutch stock market regulations. If successful, this could potentially pave the way for Ten Hag’s return as the club’s top managerial target.

However, there are rumors that another high-profile manager, Potter, is already being considered for a significant role, with Ratcliffe and Brailsford expressing interest in him. In the midst of this upheaval, Ajax is navigating one of the most challenging seasons in its 124-year history, adding more uncertainty to the future of the club and its leadership.