 In 2006, Roger signed with Eredivisie giants AFC Ajax, joining former "Barça" teammate Gabri, but retired after just one season due to persistent injuries.At the Amsterdam Arena he became the last player to wear number 14, as it was subsequently retired in honor of club legend Johan Cruyff, his coach at Barcelona.Roger had his first coaching experience in 2010–11, assisting former Barcelona teammate Lluís Carreras at CE Sabadell FC and attaining promotion to the second division.