How old was Van der Sar when he joined Manchester United?
34-year-old
On this day in 2005, Edwin van der Sar signed for Manchester United where he became one of the most decorated goalkeepers in Premier League history. The then 34-year-old moved to Old Trafford from Fulham and went on to win four PL Trophies as well as the Golden Glove award in 2008/09 after recording 21 clean sheets.
What age was Van der Sar when he retired?
40-year-old
Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar will retire from football at the end of the season. The 40-year-old former Holland international moved to Old Trafford from Fulham in 2005 and helped the Red Devils to three Premier League titles and Champions League glory in 2008.
What age is Van der Sar?
51 years (October 29, 1970)Edwin van der Sar / Age
Who is the CEO of Ajax football club?
Edwin van der Sar
Former AFC Ajax, Juventus, Manchester United FC and Dutch national team goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar is now the CEO of AFC Ajax.
Who is the owner of Ajax FC?
AFC Ajax N.V.AFC Ajax / Owner
How much did Man U pay for van der Sar?
£2 million
Van der Sar signed for Manchester United on 10 June 2005 for a reported fee of £2 million, although the exact transfer fee was undisclosed. Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson considers him the best goalkeeper to have played for the club since Peter Schmeichel.
Where does the name van der come from?
The name Vander is primarily a male name of Greek origin that means Good Man Or “Family Of”. Shortening of the name Evander or from the surname suffix “Van Der” meaning “From the Family of…”
Who is the CEO of Ajax?
Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar breaks silence on Erik ten Hag joining Manchester United. Erik ten Hag is our new manager! It was officially announced this morning that Erik ten Hag will join Manchester United at the end of the season.
Where did man u buy Van der Sar from?
Fulham’s Edwin van der Sar is all set to complete a move to Manchester United. Fulham’s Edwin van der Sar is all set to complete a move to Manchester United, skysports.com can confirm. Speaking exclusively to skysports.com, van der Sar’s agent Rob Jansen confirmed the transfer was almost done.
Why did Van der Sar retire?
Quoted on the website of his management agency, sport-promotion.nl, he said: “It is now time to pay attention to my family.” Van der Sar has been contemplating retirement since his wife Annemarie collapsed with a brain haemorrhage in December 2009 and confirmed his plans to Sir Alex Ferguson last month.
Who bought De Gea for Manu?
Biography. David De Gea blossomed into one of the top goalkeepers in the world after joining United in 2011. When Sir Alex Ferguson signed the Spaniard to replace the outgoing Edwin van der Sar, the youngster was immediately thrust into the limelight.
When did Van der Sar become CEO?
2016
Since 2016, van der Sar has been CEO and Chairman of the managing board of AFC Ajax.