Oscar Gloukh faced a barrage of criticism from the Ajax faithful during the clash against PSV Eindhoven, with supporters openly calling for his removal from the pitch. The Israeli winger's performance in the first half left little to admire, combining poor attacking output with a worrying defensive vulnerability that proved costly in a competitive encounter.
Playing on the left wing, Gloukh struggled to impose himself on proceedings. His attacking contributions were limited—shots were blocked before reaching target—while his work rate in defence became a mounting concern. The critical moment arrived in the 27th minute when Sergiño Dest breezed past Gloukh far too easily, creating space for Guus Til to test Ajax's goalkeeper with an effort that sailed over the bar. ESPN commentator Vincent Schildkamp identified the problem immediately: Gloukh lacked the stamina to track Dest's movement throughout the match, visibly giving up on defensive duties and gesturing helplessly to teammates.
Supporter Frustration Reaches Boiling Point
The Amsterdam crowd's patience evaporated quickly. Social media and stadium chants erupted with demands to remove Gloukh, with fans using words like "disgraceful" to describe his showing. The consensus was clear: the winger was not competing at the required level for such a critical fixture. Some supporters questioned whether Gloukh possessed the physical capacity to handle elite Eredivisie competition.
Calls intensified for Abdellah Ouazane, a talented 17-year-old substitute who has impressed in recent weeks, to replace him. Fans argued the academy prospect would provide more defensive security and attacking threat than Gloukh's increasingly anonymous display. One supporter's comparison—"five times the player"—captured the mood: youngsters with hunger were preferable to an established player delivering below expectations.
Ajax's ability to manage squad rotation and tactical adjustments will prove decisive as the club navigates the high-pressure Eredivisie title race. The performance highlighted how quickly fan confidence can shift when individual displays falter in crucial matches.
