I was lucky enough to chat with Dylan O'Connell about his recently released book \"The Ajax Way\". It traces the club's rise as a social hub for the people of Amsterdam to the creation of a team that would win three consecutive European Cups in the early 1970s; and added a fourth in 1995 under Louis Van Gaal.
It reveals a host of footballing greats - players and coaches - who have been undoubtedly influenced by Ajax, from early-day pioneers through to current-day icons Pep Guardiola and Jürgen Klopp. Packed with tactical insight and social history, it is a story that spans three centuries and stretches across the globe, but at its core is Ajax Amsterdam and its roster of stars.
It's available to buy now.
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