Romano says deal agreed as Liverpool give inexperienced mild for shock Anfield exit

Liverpool’s plans for subsequent season aren’t simply targeted on signing new gamers.

As confirmed by Fabrizio Romano on X, Johnny Heitinga will go away his position at Anfield after receiving the inexperienced mild from the membership to take up a two-year contract as Ajax supervisor.

The previous Everton defender joined us final summer season and has been a part of Arne Slot’s teaching workforce throughout our Premier League-winning marketing campaign.

Having beforehand labored underneath David Moyes at West Ham, the Dutchman is now returning to Amsterdam to steer the aspect he as soon as performed for.

This comes only a day after it was famous that Marino Pusic – Slot’s former assistant at Feyenoord – stays and not using a job.

Liverpool turning consideration to extra than simply gamers

It’s clear now that we’re not solely pushing to herald contemporary expertise on the pitch, but in addition retaining an in depth eye on our backroom setup.

With Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong each edging nearer to a transfer to Merseyside – one thing Fabrizio Romano has individually confirmed – it’s clear that the rebuild goes deeper than simply the squad checklist.

Heitinga’s exit means our boss might want to take into account new additions to his teaching workforce forward of pre-season, which begins in only a few weeks.

Ajax have reportedly finalised the deal after Liverpool’s blessing earlier this week, giving the 41-year-old the prospect to steer his boyhood membership.

That opens the door for contemporary teaching appointments – and presumably a reunion for the 47-year-old together with his trusted former assistant.

You’ll be able to view the Heitinga replace through @FabrizioRomano on X:

🚨❤️🤍 Ajax have agreed deal to nominate John Heitinga as new head coach on two 12 months contract.

Unique story confirmed as Liverpool gave their inexperienced mild earlier this week and Heitinga will return to Ajax. 🇳🇱 pic.twitter.com/cp8ZkH6j4a

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) Might 30, 2025

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