paroolOct 5, 2026, 13:13

I advocate for a Suriname-themed away kit for Ajax, says shirt professor

Graphic designer Floor has praised the recent Ajax kit designs while proposing that the club create a Surinamese-themed away shirt to honor its players from that background. As this discussion takes place, the Ajax squad is preparing for a demanding series of upcoming matches against high-level opponents to test their current form.

Graphic designer Floor, who has extensive experience working with major sports apparel manufacturers like Nike and Umbro, recently shared his views on the current Ajax kit designs. While he believes the team's appearance has improved compared to previous seasons, he suggests that the club should consider a future away shirt design inspired by Suriname to honor the many influential Surinamese players who have contributed to the team's history. This proposed theme would serve as a successor to the club's popular Bob Marley-themed jersey.

Meanwhile, the team is preparing for a challenging period in the Eredivisie known as 'Block 2.' Following a match against NEC this Saturday, Ajax will face a series of formidable opponents, including AZ, Hajduk Split, Atalanta, and FC Twente. Commentators believe this upcoming sequence of matches will provide a definitive assessment of the club's current competitive standing and overall form for the remainder of the season.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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