Hapoel Tel Aviv Chairman Sacks CEO After Ten Days Over Management Differences

Hapoel Tel Aviv's new chairman, Stav Shaham, has dismissed CEO Oren Hasson after just ten days in the role, citing fundamental differences in management styles and expectations. Shaham announced that he will temporarily serve as CEO himself until a permanent replacement is found.

Shaham explained in an interview that Hasson, who came from complex organizational backgrounds like the Football Association, employed management methods that did not align with his own. "My expectations of people are different, and it didn't fit," Shaham stated, describing his own approach as more "high-tech" and "moment-to-moment," favoring a lean, efficient staff structure.

He emphasized that such decisions are logical in any business organization when things aren't working, especially for a new leader brought in to set a specific direction. Shaham likened his goal to building an elite unit to elevate the club to new heights.

Shaham also addressed the departure of another figure, Tzachi Reichenshtein, stating he did not fit the new management line. On a more positive note, he reported strong sales of season tickets, with hundreds already sold, and ongoing interest from sponsors and fans. He expressed a desire to resolve disputes with the fan association and work collaboratively towards the club's success, even dreaming of both Tel Aviv clubs celebrating championships together.

Shaham asserted that he, along with the board of directors, is leading Hapoel Tel Aviv and that the decisions are his.