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Marco Van Basten to manage AZ Alkmaar

Marco Van Basten to manage AZ Alkmaar


Marco Van Basten to manage AZ Alkmaar

Van Basten to take charge at AZ

Former Netherlands international coach Marco Van Basten has signed a two year deal to manage Eredivisie side AZ Alkmaar. The Dutch legend will take over from Dick Advocaat at the end of the season.



Alkmaar have been looking for a new coach to continue their development and success of recent years and have plumped for the former Dutch international striker Van Basten to lead them from next season.

The 49-year-old has been out of football for most of the season but had been looking for a return to management. Van Basten will take over on July 1st.