Maccabi Tel Aviv Signs James Tavernier on Record-Breaking Contract
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Maccabi Tel Aviv has signed veteran right-back James Tavernier on a contract reportedly worth 700,000 euros per season, making him the highest-paid player in the Israeli Premier League. Tavernier joins from Rangers and could debut Monday.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Maccabi Tel Aviv signs James Tavernier.
- Tavernier becomes highest-paid player in Israeli league.
- Contract is for one year with an option.
- He previously played for Rangers.
- Tavernier could debut Monday.
Maccabi Tel Aviv announced on Monday the signing of James Tavernier, a prominent acquisition for the Israeli Premier League. Tavernier, a 34-year-old right-back who spent 11 seasons with Scottish club Rangers, has agreed to a one-year contract with an option for an additional year.
His salary of 700,000 euros per season makes him the highest-paid player in the history of the Israeli Premier League. Tavernier previously played alongside Kenny Miller at Rangers, and will now play under him at Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Tavernier will wear the number 2 jersey and could make his debut as early as Monday evening in a match against Hapoel Be'er Sheva.
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