Maccabi Tel Aviv Pursues Cameroonian Winger Morgan Bailly, Faces Transfer Hurdles
Maccabi Tel Aviv, enjoying a perfect start to the 2026/27 Israeli Premier League season with three wins in three games, is actively seeking reinforcements. A primary target is Cameroonian winger Morgan Bailly, currently playing for Metz. The club has submitted an offer for the player, but significant obstacles remain in negotiations with both Bailly and his agent.
The main challenge is Bailly's reluctance to move to Israel at this time, prompting Maccabi Tel Aviv to intensify efforts to persuade him to join the team. Concurrently, the club is also searching for an Israeli striker and may revisit attempts to sign Alon Turgeman.
Looking ahead to the upcoming derby against Hapoel Tel Aviv, coach Kenny Miller is unlikely to alter the starting lineup, maintaining consistency. James Tavernier is expected to start at right-back, with Noam Ben Harush at left-back. The midfield is anticipated to feature Gabi Kanyukovsky, Ibrahima Sissoko, and Dor Peretz.
Maccabi Tel Aviv aims to extend their successful season opening into the derby, seeking another victory to maintain momentum. The club also hopes to advance its transfer market activities to secure desired squad additions.
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