Ajax kicks off its preseason with a friendly against Greek side Panathinaikos on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the EFC 58 sports complex in Ermelo.
The match serves as the unofficial coaching debut for Spanish manager Míchel.
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The Amsterdammers are preparing for their upcoming Conference League second-round qualifier on July 16.
After a disappointing previous season, the club aims to compete for trophies under Míchel's leadership.
Selection Shortages in Attack
Ajax faces a striker shortage following Wout Weghorst's departure to FC Twente and an injury to Kasper Dolberg.
As a result, youth prospect Don-Angelo Konadu will start as the central striker.
Left winger Mika Godts is also absent due to personal circumstances.
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The 21-year-old, who scored 17 goals and provided 12 assists last season, is replaced by 18-year-old Pharell Nash in the starting lineup.
The confirmed starting eleven includes goalkeeper Maarten Paes, defenders Lucas Rosa, Aaron Bouwman, Youri Baas, and Owen Wijndal.
The midfield consists of Youri Regeer, Steven Berghuis, and Sean Steur, with Nash and Oscar Gloukh supporting Konadu up front.
Several other players are missing from the squad, including Oliver Edvardsen, Anton Gaaei, and new signing Caio Henrique, who did not train sufficiently.
The club is also awaiting official confirmation of Marc-André ter Stegen's loan from Barcelona.
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The match kicks off at 17:00 local time.
