Maccabi Tel Aviv FC announces the appointment of Jordi Cruyff as coach.
Owner, Mitch Goldhar, stated: “I am pleased to announce the appointment of Jordi Cruyff as the new coach of Maccabi Tel Aviv FC. The appointment is effective immediately. I know that Jordi feels a great sense of responsibility as the standard bearer of the Cruyff name which is synonymous with so many great achievements in football. 
I, like him, feel that this is the right time for this next step. Having had the honour to get to know Johan Cruyff and to see how proud he was of his son I am certain that Johan would be very excited to see Jordi take on the position of coach of this historic Club. I am confident that with the support of the whole organisation and our fans, Jordi will achieve the results and the style of play that meets the standard which I expect.”
Jordi Cruyff stated: “I am happy and excited to be appointed coach of Maccabi Tel Aviv FC. Entering my 6th year at the Club I am very aware of the Owner’s and fans expectations. I am more determined than ever to meet these expectations”.
Jordi will relinquish his position as Sports Director to solely focus on the coaching role. Further announcements will be made regarding the appointment of supporting coaching staff.
