Cape Town City FC has officially ushered in a “new chapter” of football
leadership with the appointment of Andries Ulderink as the club’s new
Director of Football.
The Dutch technical director brings a formidable reputation and a wealth of
experience from top European clubs, including Ajax Amsterdam, Bayer
Leverkusen, and Reading FC. Ulderink is also a familiar face in South
African football, having previously coached at Ajax Cape Town (now Cape Town
Spurs).
In his new role, Ulderink will be tasked with a comprehensive overhaul of
the club’s football operations. His primary responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing player recruitment and development.
- Integrating a long-term football strategy across all levels of the
club.
A Shared Vision for the Future
Ulderink expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “I’m happy to be
here and ready to play my part in helping this club get back to where it
belongs. City has a proud history and incredible supporters, and I’m excited
to be part of the project ahead.”
The club’s statement positioned the appointment as a critical move for
future success, highlighting that “the club finds itself in the prime moment
to begin a genuine rebuild of its football structures.” It further
emphasized that Ulderink’s “football vision is perfectly aligned with the
club, and his experience operating at the highest levels of global football
will be a massive asset.”
This strategic hire signals Cape Town City’s clear ambition to build a
sustainable and high-performing football structure for the years to come.
