Maccabi Tel Aviv Star James Tavernier Takes Significant Pay Cut
English footballer James Tavernier, a recent high-profile signing for Maccabi Tel Aviv, has agreed to a substantial reduction in his salary to join the Israeli club. Tavernier, who was officially presented by Maccabi Tel Aviv and started in their recent 4-1 victory over Hapoel Be'er Sheva, will earn approximately £11,500 per week, totaling €700,000 per season.
This represents a significant decrease from his previous earnings. Reports from the UK indicate that Tavernier's weekly wage at his former club, Rangers, was around £35,000, amounting to €2.1 million per season. The 34-year-old defender has effectively accepted a 66% pay cut to make the move to Israeli Premier League football.
Tavernier is considered one of the most impressive signings to arrive in Israel, highlighting the club's ambition and the player's commitment to joining Maccabi Tel Aviv.
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