(Reuters) - Ajax Amsterdam’s unexpected march to the Champions League semi-finals has done much to highlight the dynamic young talent at the club, but it was their decision to add more experience to the team that has proven key to their success. Ajax brought back Daley Blind, 29, from Manchester United and signed Dusan Tadic, 30, from Southampton. That included three Champions League preliminary round ties before the group phase, including trips to Austria, Belgium and Ukraine. The playing system was also adjusted to suit the individual qualities of the players, the coach explained. These days it is impossible to keep together a team like ours for very long."

Source: The Star April 27, 2019 06:00 UTC