Ajax has announced a partnership with the Indonesian Football Association (PSSI), with the aim of developing football talent in the country. This was confirmed by the Amsterdam club in a statement on Saturday morning. Voetbal International reports that the partnership will see Ajax train coaches across Indonesia, using trainers and professionals with the necessary knowledge and expertise.
The partnership is seen as a significant step forward for Indonesian football, which has struggled to make an impact on the international stage in the past. However, thanks to the efforts of diaspora players, the country's ambitions have risen in recent years. PSSI president Erick Thohir expressed his delight at the partnership, stating that Ajax's expertise will help improve the quality of coaches and players in Indonesia.
Ajax's general director, Menno Geelen, is also pleased with the partnership, saying that it will help the club maintain its position as one of the world's top talent developers. He added that Indonesia is a key market for the club, with a large population and a huge passion for football. The partnership is set to be a long-term one, with Ajax already having been in contact with the Indonesian football association for several years.