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PSV boss Roger Schmidt backs 'De Topper' rivals Ajax to survive the summer departure of Erik ten Hag to Manchester United ahead of his side's Europa Conference League clash with Leicester

PSV Eindhoven boss Roger Schmidt is confident Ajax will survive losing Erik ten Hag to Manchester United.

Schmidt expects their Eredivisie title rivals to find a high-calibre replacement, with Ten Hag reportedly on the brink of moving to Old Trafford.

The 52-year-old is in advanced talks to become United's new permanent manager, although no agreement has been reached and any potential announcement does not seem likely until after Sunday's Dutch Cup final between Ajax and PSV.

Schmidt is leaving the Philips Stadion at the end of the season after two years in charge and will be replaced by former PSV and Manchester United striker Ruud Van Nistelrooy.