Ajax really lost completely, and they didn't even get a ticket to the Champions League, which is really shocking. No, the club's top management has a lot of headaches right now, and they have to find a way to fill this hole. Speaking of filling holes, we have to mention their big move - planning to sell Henderson, a high-paid veteran.
Henderson, the old brother, once had a lot of scenery in Liverpool, and then went to Saudi Arabia to pan for gold, and finally crossed the ocean to the Netherlands. originally thought that he could continue to write glory on the stage of the Eredivisie, but who knew that Ajax would not be able to qualify for the Champions League.
Henderson's days at Ajax have not been bad, and almost every game has been the main player, passing the ball, organising the attack, and doing everything. But this time it happened too suddenly, and his high salary became a "burden" in the eyes of the club. In the Eredivisie, a player like him earns millions of euros a year, which is undoubtedly a big burden for a club without Champions League income.
Now, Ajax's ledger has to be recalculated. Without the sweetness of European competition, the club can only use its brains in the transfer market to figure out how to balance its finances by selling people. Although Henderson's market value is not as high as it was at Liverpool, there are still a number of teams interested in an experienced midfielder like him.
So, what's next for Ajax? They may have to keep their hands busy for a while in the summer transfer window. Not only will you have to deal with the transfer of Henderson, but you will also have to start looking for potential stocks that can bring new energy to the team without spending too much money.
This transfer strategy may sound a bit risky, but let's not forget that nothing is impossible in the world of football. Henderson's departure, while disappointing for some fans, could also be an opportunity for more young players to step up and showcase their talents.
At the end of the day, Ajax's failure to reach the Champions League this time is indeed a major blow. But it may be a good opportunity to re-examine yourself and adjust your strategy. After all, any failure could be a turning point on the road to success.
As for Henderson, we'll have to wait and see what his future holds. Maybe he will find a new platform to prove his worth again. After all, for an experienced player, the real challenge may have just begun.