Outgoing Liverpool Sporting Director Julian Ward ‘strong candidate’ for Ajax job
Julian Ward, the outgoing Sporting Director of Liverpool Football Club, is reportedly a strong candidate for the same role at Ajax. This sudden development has certainly put up some eyebrows, as previous reports talked about him wanting to take a break from football.
According to the Dutch paper De Telegraaf (h/t Liverpool Echo), he is a ‘strong candidate’ to become the new technical director at Amsterdam club Ajax. Ward had been a key figure at Liverpool, bringing his vast experience and expertise to the club.
The 41-year-old was crucial in overseeing the contract extension of Mohamed Salah and also the signing of Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez. Less than a year after replacing Michael Edwards at the club, it came as a surprise to the Reds’ hierarchy that Ward wanted out.
Ward to join Ajax?
With over 15 years in the industry, he was known for his success in player scouting, recruitment, and development, playing a significant role in Liverpool’s recent success. Despite his contributions, he decided to step down and take a break from the fast-paced and demanding nature of football.
However, reports of him being a strong candidate for the same role at Ajax have put a spanner in the works, causing speculation about the reasons behind his departure from Liverpool and his eagerness to take on a new challenge.
This certainly puts up doubts over internal conflicts at the club. In any case, losing Ward will be a tough loss to cope with. His vast knowledge and experience in the football world brought a fresh perspective, and his ability to identify and develop talented players strengthened the squad.
Julian has been associated with the Reds since 2012 and knows the club inside out. While it is certain that replacing him is a huge task and it is disappointing to see him leave, Liverpool will continue to strive for success and build on the foundations that Ward helped lay.
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In conclusion, the news of Julian Ward’s move to Ajax has come as a surprise, especially considering his earlier announcement of wanting to take a break from football. Regardless, Liverpool will move forward, focusing on their future success and building on the legacy that Ward has left behind.
