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Ajax refuse to discuss compensation for Jol

Started by WhiteJC, July 20, 2010, 02:45:22 PM

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WhiteJC

http://soccernet.espn.go.com/news/story?id=809449&sec=england&cc=5739
Ajax refuse to discuss compensation for Jol

A major row has erupted over Martin Jol's move from Ajax to Fulham - as Soccernet has learned that the Dutch club have refused to discuss any compensation for the loss of their manager.

Fulham's chief executive Alastair Mackintosh is in Amsterdam aiming to bring Jol back to West London and sources close to the action told Soccernet on Tuesday morning: "Martin Jol has told Ajax he wants to go, and that he wants to go to Fulham.

"There have been quotes attributed to Martin Jol in the Dutch media suggesting he has changed his mind and wants to stay, but that is not our understanding of the situation and we believe the quotes are ambiguous. We feel Martin still wishes to join Fulham.

"However, Ajax refuse to even discuss compensation and are clearly using this window of opportunity to try to persuade Martin to change his mind. There is the possibility that Martin could walk out on Ajax, but there are talks ongoing and there is the hope that everything could be settled amicably."


Fulham, though, have a real fear that Ajax might offer Jol the transfer funds he craves, assurances about team recruitment and control over the sale of players that could tip the balance back in the Dutch club's favour.

Burt

Ajax have put in a counter-offer and promised some transfer kitty too.

But given there has been a breakdown between Jol and Ajax I can't see it working out. They need to accept that, negotiate a good level of compensation, and go hire a replacement.

I believe Lawrie Sanchez may be putting his name forward...

Lighthouse

Jol either resigns or stays. Ajax need to wash the dirty laundry before hanging us out to dry.

I have a million of these if ...  oh please yourselves.  :045: :046: :047: :048:
The above IS NOT A LEGAL DOCUMENT. It is an opinion.

We may yet hear the horse talk.

I can stand my own despair but not others hope


White Noise


BBC Sport - Football - Ajax and Fulham battle over Martin Jol



Ajax and Fulham battle over Martin Jol 


Jol was replaced by Juande Ramos at Tottenham in 2007

By David Ornstein 


Martin Jol has told Ajax he wants to become Fulham boss but the Dutch club are refusing to discuss a compensation package, BBC Sport understands.

Jol is said to be "excited" about joining the Premier League side and has informed them of his intention to sign.

Reports in the Netherlands claimed the 54-year-old ex-Tottenham manager had agreed to stay with Ajax in principle.

While Fulham believe this is not the case, Ajax are refusing to negotiate and the two clubs are at an impasse.

Fulham chief executive Alistair Mackintosh is in Amsterdam attempting to break the deadlock and the Cottagers remain hopeful of landing their number one target.

Last season's Europa League runners-up have been without a manager since Roy Hodgson joined Liverpool on 1 July.

Ray Lewington was placed in temporary charge and remained at the helm as Fulham departed for their pre-season tour to Sweden on Monday.

The intention was for Jol be unveiled before Thursday's friendly against Halmstads and begin his duties with immediate effect, but Ajax's resistance may cause a delay.

It was reported on earlier on Tuesday that Jol, having indicated his desire to return to the Premier League following talks with Mackintosh, had performed a U-turn.

He was said to have had second thoughts after Ajax bowed to his demands on keeping hold of star players and providing funds for new signings.

606: DEBATE
I really hope that this manager roller coaster is coming to a close - Martin Jol was who I wanted from the off

frogman27
Jol had been told he was not able to make summer acquisitions until Netherlands right-back Gregory van der Wiel and Uruguay striker Luis Suarez had departed to free up finances.

There were also suggestions that Dutch international goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg could leave the Amsterdam Arena.

When Jol quit Hamburg for Ajax in 2009 he made it his main mission to win the Eredivisie title for the first time since 2004 and brought in a number of his own staff, so he is thought to feel a responsibility to the four-time European champions.

Fulham owner Mohamed Al Fayed is reported to have offered Jol, who was sacked by Spurs in 2007 and still owns a house near London, a rolling contract, a bonus-related salary and a significant transfer budget to succeed Hodgson.


Fulham have been managerless since Roy Hodgson left for Liverpool
Ivory Coast coach Sven-Goran Eriksson had also been linked with the vacancy at Craven Cottage.

United States coach Bob Bradley and Switzerland's Ottmar Hitzfeld were other names in the running.

Eriksson is thought to have held talks with Fulham but the Swede revealed last week that he was considering a lucrative offer to stay on as Ivory Coast head coach.

Hitzfeld then ruled himself out of contention and a statement from the United States Soccer Federation outlined its intention to extend Bradley's contract.

Although Fulham reached the Europa League final in May, Ajax will be playing Champions League football in September providing they come through qualifying.

They were pipped to the Dutch league title last season by FC Twente, who were managed by former England boss Steve McClaren.


FatFreddysCat

Quote from: White Noise on July 20, 2010, 02:52:01 PM

BBC Sport - Football - Ajax and Fulham battle over Martin Jol



Ajax and Fulham battle over Martin Jol 


Jol was replaced by Juande Ramos at Tottenham in 2007

By David Ornstein 


Martin Jol has told Ajax he wants to become Fulham boss but the Dutch club are refusing to discuss a compensation package, BBC Sport understands.

Jol is said to be "excited" about joining the Premier League side and has informed them of his intention to sign.

Reports in the Netherlands claimed the 54-year-old ex-Tottenham manager had agreed to stay with Ajax in principle.

While Fulham believe this is not the case, Ajax are refusing to negotiate and the two clubs are at an impasse.

Fulham chief executive Alistair Mackintosh is in Amsterdam attempting to break the deadlock and the Cottagers remain hopeful of landing their number one target.

Last season's Europa League runners-up have been without a manager since Roy Hodgson joined Liverpool on 1 July.

Ray Lewington was placed in temporary charge and remained at the helm as Fulham departed for their pre-season tour to Sweden on Monday.

The intention was for Jol be unveiled before Thursday's friendly against Halmstads and begin his duties with immediate effect, but Ajax's resistance may cause a delay.

It was reported on earlier on Tuesday that Jol, having indicated his desire to return to the Premier League following talks with Mackintosh, had performed a U-turn.

He was said to have had second thoughts after Ajax bowed to his demands on keeping hold of star players and providing funds for new signings.

606: DEBATE
I really hope that this manager roller coaster is coming to a close - Martin Jol was who I wanted from the off

frogman27
Jol had been told he was not able to make summer acquisitions until Netherlands right-back Gregory van der Wiel and Uruguay striker Luis Suarez had departed to free up finances.

There were also suggestions that Dutch international goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg could leave the Amsterdam Arena.

When Jol quit Hamburg for Ajax in 2009 he made it his main mission to win the Eredivisie title for the first time since 2004 and brought in a number of his own staff, so he is thought to feel a responsibility to the four-time European champions.

Fulham owner Mohamed Al Fayed is reported to have offered Jol, who was sacked by Spurs in 2007 and still owns a house near London, a rolling contract, a bonus-related salary and a significant transfer budget to succeed Hodgson.


Fulham have been managerless since Roy Hodgson left for Liverpool
Ivory Coast coach Sven-Goran Eriksson had also been linked with the vacancy at Craven Cottage.

United States coach Bob Bradley and Switzerland's Ottmar Hitzfeld were other names in the running.

Eriksson is thought to have held talks with Fulham but the Swede revealed last week that he was considering a lucrative offer to stay on as Ivory Coast head coach.

Hitzfeld then ruled himself out of contention and a statement from the United States Soccer Federation outlined its intention to extend Bradley's contract.

Although Fulham reached the Europa League final in May, Ajax will be playing Champions League football in September providing they come through qualifying.

They were pipped to the Dutch league title last season by FC Twente, who were managed by former England boss Steve McClaren.


Great find for that radio interview WN, makes me more positive he's coming, plus it's funny listening to Dutch people.Got that jumping up and down thing whilst replying to a quote again, cant this be sorted?  :dft007:

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