Maccabi Tel Aviv Nears Signing of Star Defender Tavernier
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
Maccabi Tel Aviv is close to signing James Tavernier, a notable right-back from Rangers, and Gabi Kanyikovsky. Tavernier's arrival is expected to strengthen the team, while Crvin Andrade is likely to be loaned out to make space.
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- Maccabi Tel Aviv is set to sign James Tavernier and Gabi Kanyikovsky.
- Tavernier joins on a free transfer from Rangers.
- He is expected to bolster the right-back position and add free-kick ability.
- Crvin Andrade will likely be loaned out to accommodate new signings.
- The club aims to sign another foreign player after freeing up roster spots.
Maccabi Tel Aviv is on the verge of signing James Tavernier, a prominent right-back who previously played for Rangers. The club is expected to announce the acquisition of Tavernier, along with another player, Gabi Kanyikovsky, within the next 24 hours. Both players are scheduled for medical examinations on Wednesday before finalizing their contracts.
Tavernier, 34, joins Maccabi Tel Aviv on a free transfer. He is seen as a significant reinforcement for the right-back position, bringing much-needed skills in direct free kicks and crosses into the penalty area. He will reunite with Maccabi Tel Aviv's manager, Robbie Keane, with whom he played in Scotland. Professional director Steven Vaharnik believes Tavernier's attacking prowess and passing ability will benefit the team both offensively and defensively.
To make room for Tavernier, the club plans to loan out current player Crvin Andrade. Maccabi Tel Aviv is also reportedly seeking a solution for Yonatan Nikolascu to free up a roster spot for another foreign player.
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