Edwin van der Sar
Born: October 29, 1970 (age 54)
Height: 6' 5.5" (197cm)
Hometown: Voorhout, Netherlands
Nationality: 
Dutch
DutchPosition: Goalkeeper
| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2005-2011 | Manchester United |
Sports Mole has 213 articles about Edwin van der Sar. Articles 1 to 40:
Arsenal vs. Man United: Keane or Vieira? Henry or Rooney? Cantona or Bergkamp? Who makes our combined all-time Premier League XI?
Ahead of Sunday's showdown between Manchester United and Arsenal, Sports Mole compiles the greatest ever Premier League combined XI from the two clubs.
16:50
Lionel Messi's greatest games for Barcelona as Argentine celebrates 20 years since debut
To mark the 20-year anniversary of Lionel Messi's professional debut, Sports Mole counts down the 20 greatest performances of the legendary forward's Barcelona career.
Oct 16, 17:15
Preview: England vs. Slovakia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's European Championship clash between England and Slovakia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 30, 17:50
Manchester United confirm David de Gea exit
Manchester United confirm that David de Gea has left the club after a 12-year spell at Old Trafford after the two parties failed to agree a new contract.
Jul 8, 14:42
David de Gea's Manchester United future 'still in the balance'
David de Gea's Manchester United future reportedly remains in the balance ahead of the expiry of his contract at the end of the month.
Jun 24, 15:42
Erik ten Hag 'refuses to guarantee David de Gea number one spot'
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is reportedly not guaranteed the number one spot at Old Trafford for next season if he agrees to a new contract.
May 9, 13:17
Manchester City's Ederson reaches Premier League clean sheet milestone
Ederson becomes the third-fastest goalkeeper in Premier League history to reach 100 clean sheets after helping Manchester City win 2-0 at home against Newcastle United.
Mar 4, 16:49
David de Gea equals Manchester United clean sheet record
David de Gea equals Peter Schmeichel's record of 180 clean sheets for Manchester United in their 3-0 Premier League win over Leicester City at Old Trafford.
Feb 19, 23:58
World Cup 2022: Netherlands vs. Argentina head-to-head record
Ahead of Friday's World Cup clash between the Netherlands and Argentina, Sports Mole looks back at the previous meetings between the two sides.
Dec 8, 06:07
Edwin Van der Sar reveals Arsenal failed with Lisandro Martinez bid over summer
Ajax CEO Edwin Van der Sar says that Arsenal had a bid turned down for Lisandro Martinez before the Argentine joined Manchester United.
Nov 19, 08:01
Edwin van der Sar responds to claims he could return to Manchester United as director of football
Manchester United are handed a blow as Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar says that he is "not finished" in Amsterdam amid rumours of a return to Old Trafford.
Oct 23, 17:16
Edwin van der Sar 'contacted by Manchester United over director of football role'
Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag spoke to Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar last week over a possible return to Old Trafford, according to a report.
Oct 22, 08:39
Manchester United's David de Gea reveals he was close to joining Wigan Athletic
David de Gea reveals that he was "very close" to joining Wigan Athletic back in 2009 before he moved to Manchester United two years later.
Sep 17, 00:01
Manchester United 'in talks with Antony representatives'
Manchester United are in talks with the representatives of Ajax's Brazilian winger Antony ahead of a proposed move this summer, according to a report.
Jun 9, 23:12
Marc Overmars leaves Ajax after "cross-border" messages to women
Marc Overmars leaves his post as Ajax director of football after the Dutchman is revealed to have sent "cross-border" messages to female colleagues.
Feb 6, 23:32
Edwin van der Sar opens the door to future Manchester United move
Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar says that he is "extremely happy in Amsterdam" but refuses to rule out a return to Manchester United.
Dec 17, 09:33
Manchester United-linked Amadou Haidara reveals admiration for Red Devils
RB Leipzig midfielder Amadou Haidara reveals that he supported Manchester United as a child.
Dec 15, 18:34
Edwin van der Sar plays down Ajax interest in Manchester United's Dean Henderson
Ajax chief Edwin van der Sar rubbishes talk of a potential move for Manchester United's Dean Henderson in January.
Dec 14, 09:41
Edwin van der Sar plays down talk of Manchester United return
Ex-Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar claims that he has unfinished business to take care of at Ajax amid links with a return to Old Trafford.
Dec 13, 09:30
Edwin van der Sar welcomes interest in Manchester United-linked Erik ten Hag
Ajax chief executive Edwin van der Sar welcomes the growing interest in the club's head coach Erik ten Hag.
Dec 8, 16:46
Phil Jones 'refused to give up number four shirt for Raphael Varane'
Raphael Varane reportedly took the number 19 shirt at Manchester United after Phil Jones refused to cede the '4', which he has held since the 2011-12 season.
Aug 14, 23:45
Lionel Messi's top 20 performances for Barcelona
Following Barcelona's confirmation that Lionel Messi will not sign a new contract this summer, Sports Mole looks at the Argentine's 20 greatest performances for the club.
Aug 5, 20:50
Top five Champions League final goals since 1992
Ahead of Saturday's Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea, Sports Mole looks at the five greatest goals in the showpiece event since 1992.
May 28, 11:12
Manchester United 'identify Ed Woodward replacement'
Richard Arnold leads the race to replace Ed Woodward as executive vice-chairman of Manchester United, according to a report.
May 13, 23:11
Ajax melt down league trophy to make "champion stars" for supporters
Each star weighs 3.45 grams, 0.06 of which has come from the silverware.
May 12, 11:33
Edwin van der Sar reveals Manchester United contact
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar reveals that the Red Devils contacted him over a return to the club a few years ago.
May 2, 18:15
Edwin van der Sar in contention to replace Ed Woodward?
Manchester United will reportedly consider appointing Edwin van der Sar as their next executive vice-chairman when Ed Woodward steps down at the end of 2021.
Apr 21, 13:25
Lionel Messi's greatest ever games for Barcelona
Sports Mole counts down Lionel Messi's 20 greatest individual performances following his record-breaking 768th appearance for Barcelona.
Mar 22, 18:00
Sebastien Haller added to Ajax's Europa League squad after admin error
The Eredivisie outfit announced on Thursday that the club's record signing had been left out of the 25-man squad by mistake.
Feb 5, 11:55
Edwin van der Sar: 'Manchester United confident of Donny van de Beek success'
Edwin van der Sar says that there "is no shame" in Donny van de Beek struggling for minutes at Manchester United due to the competition that he faces.
Jan 19, 18:16
Manchester United 'draw up five-man shortlist for director of football'
Manchester United reportedly draw up a five-man shortlist in their search for a director of football, which includes the likes of Luis Campos and Marc Overmars.
Dec 18, 23:32
Manchester United 'to snub Edwin van der Sar in director of football search'
Manchester United identify Everton's Marcel Brands as their leading candidate for a new director of football instead of former goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar.
Nov 22, 12:36
Manchester United 'alerted to Marc Overmars, Edwin van der Sar availability'
Ajax director of football Marc Overmars hints that he and Edwin van der Sar are looking to move on from Ajax in the near future, reportedly putting Man Utd on red alert.
Nov 14, 23:33
Thursday's sporting social: Birthday greetings and memorable moments
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin Van Der Sar and ex-England cricket captain Michael Vaughan were among those celebrating birthdays.
Oct 29, 20:00
Edwin van der Sar pens tribute to new Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek
The midfielder moved from Ajax to Old Trafford on Wednesday for £34.1million, which could rise to £38.5m, on an initial five-year deal.
Sep 3, 10:36
Manchester United 'handed boost in Donny van de Beek pursuit'
Real Madrid reportedly pull out of the race to sign Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek, who has also been strongly linked with Manchester United.
Jul 9, 09:57
Manchester United 'prepared to sacrifice Andreas Pereira for Donny van de Beek'
Manchester United could sell Andreas Pereira this summer to 'make room' for Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek, according to a report.
Jun 13, 23:37
Ronald de Boer hints at Manchester United move for Donny van de Beek
Ajax youth coach Ronald de Boer hints that Manchester United could beat Real Madrid to Donny van de Beek this summer.
Jun 13, 18:54
Tuesday's Real Madrid transfer talk news roundup: Donny van de Beek, Dani Ceballos, James Rodriguez
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Real Madrid on Tuesday, June 9.
Jun 9, 10:34
Monday's La Liga transfer talk news roundup: Bruno Guimaraes, Sergio Busquets, Saul Niguez
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for La Liga on Monday, June 8.
Jun 8, 12:34
