Ex-Maccabi Tel Aviv Coach Lazetić on Brink of Sacking in Saudi Arabia
Serbian coach Željko Ljupko Petrović, formerly of Maccabi Tel Aviv, is reportedly close to being fired from his current position with Saudi Arabian club Al-Taawoun. Petrović, who was dismissed by Maccabi Tel Aviv less than eight months ago, faces potential dismissal due to his team's poor performance in the Saudi League. Al-Taawoun has not secured a victory in their last six matches, accumulating only three points from a possible eighteen, and currently sits in 14th place with three losses and three draws.
According to local media reports, the club's management is considering an immediate change and has scheduled a crucial meeting following the upcoming match against Al-Hilal. This game is seen as a final opportunity for Petrović to prove himself, with Al-Hilal boasting a squad of star players. Petrović joined Al-Taawoun after reportedly signing a lucrative deal worth over $2 million.
Should Petrović be sacked, Saudi coach Saad Al-Shehri is rumored to be the leading candidate to replace him.
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