Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Rival, Secures Key Signings

Maccabi Tel Aviv secured a crucial 3-1 victory over rivals Maccabi Haifa on Monday, showcasing a dramatic turnaround in their season. Star player Dor Peretz, who recently signed a three-year contract extension, was instrumental in the win, scoring two goals and contributing an assist. Peretz expressed his happiness at remaining with the club, "I'm here and happy to be here," he stated, also welcoming the return of Gabi Kanyevsky.

Coach Keni Miller praised Peretz's performance, noting his continued hard work and improvement in finishing. The win signals Maccabi Tel Aviv's strength in the domestic league, despite recent European eliminations. The team is also bolstering its squad with new signings.

Midfielder Gabi Kanyevsky has officially returned to Maccabi Tel Aviv from Ferencváros for a reported transfer fee of one million euros and a salary of half a million euros annually for four years. Kanyevsky had previously left the club a year ago without a transfer fee after a dispute over a salary increase.

Additionally, Maccabi Tel Aviv is reportedly close to signing Glasgow Rangers legend James Tavernier, a 35-year-old right-back. Tavernier, who captained Rangers for eight years and scored 144 goals in 565 appearances, is expected to undergo medical tests soon. His arrival may lead to the departure of Tyreece Asante, who is a target for Italian clubs. The club is also seeking another foreign forward before the transfer window closes on September 16th, with potential implications for current foreign players Yonatan Nikolascu and Kravin Andrade.