Pro ShotsEx-Man Utd player labelled 'the new Jordan Henderson' following return to former side

Peacock Premium
✅ Streams roughly 175 exclusive live matches per season that are completely blacked out on traditional TV.
✅ Acts as the league's US archive, providing full on-demand match replays shortly after every live broadcast concludes.
✅ Streams the popular "Goal Rush" whip-around show, which jumps between live highlights during the packed Saturday 10:00 a.m. ET window.

Sling TV
✅ Provides nationwide access to USA Network, securing the primary cable home for the league's linear broadcasts.
✅ Includes access to live, local NBC affiliates for the marquee weekend matches in designated major media markets.
✅ Serves as the cheapest way to access live cable TV sports channels without paying for a bloated traditional bundle.

DirecTV
✅ Carries both USA Network and your local NBC station, ensuring you get every nationally televised match.
✅ Includes unlimited cloud DVR storage so you can easily record and save early morning fixtures.
✅ Replicates the classic set-top box feel with a familiar channel guide, making it easy to channel-surf on weekend mornings.

Peacock Premium
✅ Streams roughly 175 exclusive live matches per season that are completely blacked out on traditional TV.
✅ Acts as the league's US archive, providing full on-demand match replays shortly after every live broadcast concludes.
✅ Streams the popular "Goal Rush" whip-around show, which jumps between live highlights during the packed Saturday 10:00 a.m. ET window.

Sling TV
✅ Provides nationwide access to USA Network, securing the primary cable home for the league's linear broadcasts.
✅ Includes access to live, local NBC affiliates for the marquee weekend matches in designated major media markets.
✅ Serves as the cheapest way to access live cable TV sports channels without paying for a bloated traditional bundle.

DirecTV
✅ Carries both USA Network and your local NBC station, ensuring you get every nationally televised match.
✅ Includes unlimited cloud DVR storage so you can easily record and save early morning fixtures.
✅ Replicates the classic set-top box feel with a familiar channel guide, making it easy to channel-surf on weekend mornings.

Peacock Premium
✅ Streams roughly 175 exclusive live matches per season that are completely blacked out on traditional TV.
✅ Acts as the league's US archive, providing full on-demand match replays shortly after every live broadcast concludes.
✅ Streams the popular "Goal Rush" whip-around show, which jumps between live highlights during the packed Saturday 10:00 a.m. ET window.
Blind makes immediate impact on Ajax return
Blind has made an instant impression following his emotional return to Ajax. The former United defender joined the Eredivisie side on a free transfer from Girona, with sporting director Jordi Cruyff moving quickly to secure his signature before pre-season got underway. Reuniting with his former manager Míchel in Amsterdam, Blind immediately locked down a starting spot in the team. His vocal leadership on the pitch and impressive coaching from the back have already generated immense enthusiasm within the club.
'The new Jordan Henderson'
Former Ajax player Maduro has singled out Blind as the club's finest summer signing so far, going as far as comparing him to Henderson. Maduro believes the veteran's presence fills a massive leadership void that Ajax sorely missed over the past year.
"You can already see that he is improving players with his coaching and passing," Maduro said, as quoted by VoetbalPrimeur. "As a result, Davy Klaassen and Steven Berghuis are also getting better. He can take on the role of Jordan Henderson, that is something Ajax has certainly missed over the past year."
Elevating team-mates and leading the pack
Blind's ability to dictate play and organise his team-mates from deep positions has drawn high praise across Dutch football. The 36-year-old has also made two appearances for Ajax this season. Blind played the full 90 minutes in both Conference League qualifying matches, as the Dutch giants won 8-2 on aggregate over Vojvodina.
Pro ShotsWhat's next for Blind?
For now, Blind's immediate priority will be guiding the squad through pre-season and leading Ajax back toward domestic success. They will face Volendam in a friendly, before returning to action in the Conference League qualifiers on August 6.
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