This is a story that will be talked about a lot in the coming days. Having just extended with Ajax, Marc Overmars, the club’s sporting director, resigned on Sunday evening after accusations of harassment at work were revealed. ESPN announces that the former Arsenal player has regularly sent inappropriate messages to the club’s female staff. In a press release, he decided to announce his resignation.
“I am ashamed. Last week I was confronted with reports about my behavior and how it felt to others. Sadly, I didn’t realize I had crossed the line with this, but it has become clear to me these days. I suddenly felt enormous pressure. I apologize. Especially for someone in my position, this behavior cannot be justified, I see it now too. But too late. I see no other option than to stop at Ajax. This also has a major impact on my private situation. That’s why I’m asking everyone to leave me and my family alone.”, can we read in particular.
Director of Football Affairs Marc Overmars will leave Ajax with immediate effect. He made this decision after discussions in recent days with the Supervisory Board and CEO Edwin van der Sar and communicated his intentions to them.
— AFC Ajax (@AFCAjax) February 6, 2022
