Playing as the goalkeeper for Ajax in the UEFA Youth League, he’s certainly making a name for himself—just like his father Edwin before him. Edwin van der Sar, of course, was the legendary shot-stopper for Ajax from 1990 to 1999, so there’s no denying the family legacy. And while it might seem like he was born into the spotlight, life before fame was rooted in a true soccer household. Growing up, soccer wasn’t just a passion—it was practically part of the family DNA. He is the proud son of Edwin van der Sar and Annemarie van Kesteren, both of whom supported his journey from an early age. Alongside his parents, he shares a close bond with his younger sister, who’s about two years his junior. With Edwin’s guidance and that strong family foundation, it’s no surprise he’s following in his father Edwin’s footsteps, aiming to carve out his own path while honoring the legacy that came before him.
He mentioned that, in his opinion, his father would become the goalkeeping coach for Ajax within five years—especially around the time he was covering the 2011–12 UEFA Champions League. He really thought it was a strong possibility, and looking back, he still stands by that belief. He often reflects on those moments, remembering how certain he felt about his father’s future role at the club. He even joked about it later, saying how proud he’d be if it actually came true. He believed in his father’s capabilities, and to him, the timeline made perfect sense given the connections and experience they both had during that period.