Cape Town City FC appoints Andries Ulderink as director of football to chart a new course for the Cape Citizens as it battles to return to premiership football.
Motsepe Foundation Championship side Cape Town City has appointed Andries Ulderink as new director of football.
Making the announcement, chairman of Cape Town City FC John Comitis said the appointment of Ulderink will mark a new chapter in the club’s football leadership.
A highly respected figure in international football, Ulderink brings a wealth of experience from his extensive coaching and technical background across Europe and beyond.
Having held key roles at clubs such as Ajax Amsterdam, Reading FC, Royal Antwerp, Bayer Leverkusen, Ulderink’s expertise in player development and high-performance structures will be instrumental in shaping the club’s football future.
In his new role, Ulderink will oversee the club’s football operations, focusing on player development, recruitment and the integration of a long-term football strategy across all levels of the club.
Ulderink expressed his enthusiasm on the project that lies ahead: “I’m happy to be here and ready to play my part in helping this club get back to where it belongs.
Ulderink said the Cape Citizens, as Cape Town City is fondly known by its avid fans, has a proud history and incredible supporters, and “I’m excited to be part of the project ahead.”
“The appointment of Andries marks a significant step in Cape Town City FC’s commitment to technical excellence and its long-term growth within South African football.
“The club finds itself in the prime moment to begin a genuine rebuild of its football structures, and Andries will be critical in charting that path forward for City.
“Andries’ football vision is perfectly aligned with the club, and his experience operating at the highest levels of global football will be a massive asset to the club, its players, and the general landscape of South African football,” Comitis said.
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