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New Adelaide coach aiming to emulate Ajax and Barcelona's style

Though he's quick to admit Adelaide United aren't on the same level as Ajax and Barcelona, new Reds coach Gertjan Verbeek is hoping to bring their style of football Down Under.

The Dutchman touched down in Australia this week after being appointed as Marco Kurz's replacement.

Verbeek, who had a long playing career as a defender with Heerenveen, has previously coached Germany and Netherlands with his most recent job being at FC Twente.

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While now set to test himself outside of Europe for the first time, Verbeek remains keen to bring some European flair to the way Adelaide will play next season.