Ajax will meet Olympique Marseille, Brighton & Hove Albion and AEK Athens of the UEFA Europa League and is classified in Pot B. That was the outcome of the draw on Friday afternoon in Monaco.
The Amsterdam-based team secured a ticket for the group stage of the European tournament on Thursday evening. The first match will take place on Thursday, September 21, 2023. The complete fixtures will follow soon.
Trainer Maurice Steijn was clear after Ajax's 0-1 defeat in the play-offs for the UEFA Europa League. "The only positive thing about the evening is that we're through."
Steven Berghuis is happy with the double confrontation in the European context against Ludogorets. The left-footer sees it as an ideal opportunity to work on his match rhythm. "It's a different start to the season, that's for sure", says Berghuis, who is serving a suspension for the first three league matches.
Ajax has reached an agreement with Ethan Butera and RSC Anderlecht on the transfer of the 17-year-old defender to Amsterdam. The Belgian signed a contract that will last for three seasons, until June 30, 2026.