Ailson Tavares Leaves Beitar Jerusalem for Portuguese Second Division

Beitar Jerusalem midfielder Ailson Tavares has agreed to terms with Chaves of the Portuguese second division. Tavares was released from his contract with Beitar free of charge, allowing the Israeli club to save on his salary for the remainder of the season. His departure frees up a foreign player slot for Beitar, potentially enabling them to sign a new player before the transfer window closes.

Tavares departed for Portugal on Thursday and is expected to join his new team shortly. He joined Beitar last season, making 21 appearances and providing one assist for the yellow-and-black. Following a subpar performance last season, he was not part of coach Almog Cohen's plans for the current season, leading to his departure from the club.

Chaves, Tavares' new club, has had a difficult start to their season in Portugal, recording three losses and one draw. They will be hoping Tavares' arrival can help turn their fortunes around, similar to Beitar Jerusalem, who are also seeking to improve their standing after failing to secure any points in their first two matches of the Israeli Premier League season.