Girona's Sensational Coach Míchel Set to Join Ajax

Just days after Girona and Míchel officially announced their parting of ways, the Spanish coach has already found a new club. He has reached an agreement with Dutch giants Ajax, signing a contract that will tie him to the Amsterdam club for the upcoming seasons. The presence of Jordi Cruyff as sporting director proved to be a decisive factor in attracting Míchel to the ranks of the Dutch powerhouse. He will succeed interim manager Óscar García, who finished last season at the helm after previously leading the reserve team.

Míchel's selection was driven by his philosophy of a specific playing style, one that the club also champions. His strong performances leading Rayo, Huesca, and Girona, despite relegation in the last season after a Champions League appearance in the previous one, did not go unnoticed by one of Europe's major clubs.

Following a disappointing last season in the Eredivisie, Ajax's goal is to return to direct competition, primarily with PSV, as well as Feyenoord. Furthermore, the Amsterdam team will have to navigate the preliminary rounds of the Conference League. For this reason, another challenge will be qualifying for European tournaments, which would serve as additional motivation for Míchel and his staff.