Ajax Coach Michel Publicly Rebukes Israeli Midfielder Oscar Gloukh During Training

During an open training session on Wednesday at Ajax's camp in Garderen, Israeli midfielder Oscar Gloukh received a public reprimand from the club's new Spanish coach, Michel. The incident occurred during a small-sided game when teammate Deyis Jansen broke free from Gloukh's pressure, allowing the opposing team to advance through the center of the pitch. Michel immediately stopped the training and shouted at Gloukh, "This is impossible, Oscar! Show mentality!"

According to ESPN reports, Michel and his coaching staff are focusing much of the preseason on improving the team's pressing game and coordination without the ball. As Gloukh plays in a position behind the striker, the coach expects him to engage in the initial pressing phase. Michel viewed Gloukh's lapse as a critical moment requiring immediate correction.

Throughout the session, Michel was highly involved, frequently giving instructions, using hand gestures, and pausing the drills multiple times to explain pressing triggers and maintaining team spacing. The public admonishment of Gloukh exemplified Michel's hands-on approach to managing the training and emphasizing tactical discipline.