What Did Marc Ajax Football Director Overmars say after the scandal? Read what he said after leaving his post at the club due to the text messages scandal.
Former Dutch professional footballer Marc Overmars has recently been embroiled in a controversy.
Marc served as the director of football for Ajax FC, where he played from 1992 until 1997. He had been in the post for over ten years, but unfortunately, Marc left his job due to a series of incidents.
According to sources, Ajax FC issued a statement claiming that Marc had been sending improper messages to female colleagues for a long time.
What Did Marc Overmars Say?
After Ajax FC revealed that he had sent improper communications to female coworkers, Marc Overmars expressed his regret. He said that he “is ashamed” of his actions.
Marc received the statement from the club a few days ago, and following that, he apologized to the club, the fans, and his coworkers.
Marc Overmars statement ?⤵️ #Ajax
“I am ashamed. I didn’t realize that I was crossing the line with this, that was made clear to me in recent days. I apologize. For someone in my position, this behavior is unacceptable. It’s too late. I see no other option but to leave Ajax”.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 6, 2022
He further stated that he quickly realized that such behavior was improper for someone in his position.
Marc’s choices will have repercussions in both his professional and personal lives. As a result, he asked that everyone leave him and his family alone in this situation.
Marc Overmars Text Messages Revealed On Twitter And Reddit
The internet has been buzzing with rumors about text messages sent by Marc Overmars that got released on Twitter and Reddit.
However, there are no legitimate screenshots of texts available online. Thus, all of these rumors appear to be false.
According to unsubstantiated accusations, Marc was sending sexual SMS to female coworkers. The club’s statement, however, contained nothing to that effect.
“It is devastating for the women who have had to deal with the behaviour.”
Ajax on director of football Marc Overmars abruptly quitting after being confronted with evidence of sending inappropriate messages to female colleagues https://t.co/qVPQhjHVRd
— Rob Harris (@RobHarris) February 6, 2022
Edwin Van der Sar, the current CEO of Ajax and a former goalkeeper, also spoke about the case. He also admitted that he feels guilty for neglecting to assist his coworkers.
He went on to say that shortly, he will pay even more attention to this, which has now come to a screeching halt. He later stated that the group is currently working on something incredibly exciting.
Is Marc Overmars Fired or Did He leave After Resignation?
Marc Overmars did not get fired from his job. Instead, he chose to resign from his position at the club.
Overmars felt that acting in this case right now would be too late. He claimed he had no choice but to depart the club where he had previously played and served as a director.
Sport director Marc Overmars has left Ajax with immediate effect, club statement announces. Official. ⚪️? #Ajax pic.twitter.com/lNsWcwmP18
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 6, 2022
Marc had recently extended his contract to be at the club until the end of the 2025/2026 season. But, regrettably, he has crossed the line, and he recognized himself, so remaining at the club was no longer an option.