Hapoel Tel Aviv Nears Signing of Dutch Left-Back Yannick Lendle

Hapoel Tel Aviv is close to signing Dutch left-back Yannick Lendle, as first reported by Sport 5. Lendle played last season in the Dutch top division, recording one goal and one assist in 32 appearances. However, his team, FC Volendam, was relegated after finishing 16th and losing the relegation playoff to Willem II. If the signing proceeds as expected, Hapoel Tel Aviv will have nine foreign players on their roster, necessitating the release of at least one. The club is reportedly trying to negotiate a contract termination with Shanda Silva, who has struggled to secure a stable and influential role since joining the team. The club aims to finalize these roster adjustments ahead of the new Israeli Premier League season.