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Frank de Boer has confirmed he will be staying with Ajax – ending any slim hopes of Newcastle United making an approach for his services.

United fans made it clear that the Barcelona and Holland legend was high on their wishlist with 97% of voters in a recent poll stating their desire for Newcastle to make a move.

Chronicle columnist Peter Lovenkrands this week also urged United to go for his ex-Rangers team-mate.

But De Boer nailed his colours to the mast at Ajax today as expected.

De Boer has signed an 18-month deal and extended his stay at the Amsterdam ArenA.