Ajax Coach Michel Confronts Oscar Gloukh Over Missed Chances
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Ajax player Oscar Gloukh was confronted by coach Michel for missing scoring opportunities during a 1-1 draw, with Michel telling him he could have scored twice. Gloukh was visibly upset after being substituted. Former player Kenneth Perez criticized Ajax's transfer strategy, questioning the high fees paid for Gloukh and Marcos Leonardo.
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- Ajax coach Michel confronted Oscar Gloukh for missing scoring chances in a 1-1 draw.
- Michel told Gloukh he "could have scored two goals" after the player was substituted.
- Gloukh was reportedly upset and visibly frustrated after being taken off the field.
- Former player Kenneth Perez criticized Ajax's transfer fee for Gloukh, calling it too high.
- Perez also questioned the combined 20 million euro fee for Gloukh and Marcos Leonardo.
Ajax player Oscar Gloukh was involved in a heated exchange with his coach, Michel, during the team's 1-1 draw against Nijmegen. Gloukh, who was substituted in the 60th minute, was reportedly upset about being taken off the field. Upon returning to the bench, Michel confronted Gloukh, stating, "Oscar! Two goals! You could have scored two goals!" This sharp rebuke from the Spanish coach was reportedly a reaction to Gloukh's visible frustration.
Dutch media highlighted the incident, noting that Gloukh's displeasure was evident and did not go unnoticed by Michel. The coach's pointed comment underscored his expectation for the Israeli player to have capitalized more effectively on scoring opportunities during the match.
Following the incident, former Dutch player and current pundit Kenneth Perez heavily criticized the transfer of Gloukh, questioning the significant fee Ajax paid for him. "They paid 11 or 12 million euros for him, maybe even more, how did they conclude this was a good signing?!" Perez exclaimed. He further questioned the club's strategy in signing Gloukh and Marcos Leonardo for a combined 20 million euros, considering the physical demands of modern football. Perez suggested that Ajax should focus on signing players like Tolo, who is on loan, indicating a preference for different types of talent that might attract interest from Premier League clubs.
