Jong Ajax Eerste Divisie To Reroute To Amsterdam
Utrecht FC to Replace Jong Ajax in Eerste Divisie
FC Den Bosch to Return to Keuken Kampioen Divisie
In the 2023-24 season, Jong Ajax will relocate from the Eerste Divisie to Amsterdam to compete in the newly established NXT league.
The change, advised by the KNVB, is part of a broader effort to enhance the quality of Dutch football and provide more opportunities for young players.
FC Den Bosch will take Jong Ajax's place in the Eerste Divisie, while Utrecht FC will move up from the Keuken Kampioen Divisie.
The NXT league will consist of 18 teams, including reserve sides from Ajax, PSV Eindhoven, and Feyenoord.
The move is expected to benefit Jong Ajax by providing them with a more competitive environment and more opportunities to face senior opposition.
It will also allow Utrecht FC to return to the Eerste Divisie after a two-year absence.
The changes were met with mixed reactions from fans and clubs.
Some expressed concerns about the impact the move would have on the Eerste Divisie, while others welcomed the opportunity for more young players to gain experience at a higher level.
Despite the concerns, the KNVB believes that the changes will ultimately improve the quality of Dutch football.
The move is part of a broader effort to improve the development of young players in the Netherlands.
The KNVB has also announced plans to introduce a new youth league for players aged 16-19.
The league will be designed to provide young players with a more competitive environment and more opportunities to face senior opposition.
The changes are expected to benefit Dutch football in the long term by providing more opportunities for young players to develop and reach their full potential.
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