Antonio ספר Returns to Israeli Premier League with Bnei Sakhnin Loan Deal
Antonio ספר, a midfielder, is set to return to the Israeli Premier League after agreeing to terms with Bnei Sakhnin on a loan deal from newly relegated Bnei Raina. This move follows initial interest from Maccabi Petah Tikva and Bnei Sakhnin earlier in the summer, but Raina had initially refused to release the player.
The decision by Bnei Raina to allow ספר's departure is expected to free up significant budget space, enabling them to sign one or two key players to replace him. Bnei Sakhnin had previously expressed interest in acquiring ספר, and his arrival will reportedly allow them to release Angolan player Norberto Carlos, who joined the team this summer.
S ספר, 26, joined Bnei Raina for the 2025-2026 season after playing for Hapoel Be'er Sheva during the 2023-2024 season. He has made 54 appearances in the Premier League, scoring 13 goals and providing 11 assists. This will mark his third stint in the top flight.
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