John Heitinga Likely to Return as Head Coach, Agent Says

John Heitinga is expected to take up a head‑coach position, his agent Rob Jansen confirmed. The announcement comes after Heitinga’s dismissal earlier this season as Ajax manager.

Heitinga’s tenure at Ajax ended when the club relieved him of his duties during the current campaign. The decision marked the end of his first senior managerial role.

Prior to his Ajax spell, Heitinga served briefly as an assistant coach at Tottenham Hotspur. The stint lasted only a short period before he moved on.

Rob Jansen indicated that several clubs have expressed interest in hiring Heitinga as head coach. The interest is described as “significant” by the agent.

Heitinga is expected to evaluate the offers and decide on his next appointment in the coming weeks. The process will involve discussions with the interested parties.

The next step for Heitinga will determine whether he returns to Dutch football or takes up a role elsewhere. Observers will watch for a formal announcement in the near future.