Maccabi Tel Aviv Signs James Tavernier on Record-Breaking Contract
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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