Israeli Soccer Teams Scramble for Signings Before Transfer Window Closes

With only four days remaining until the Israeli Premier League's transfer window shuts, clubs are in a frenzy to finalize their squads for the 2026-2027 season. While many teams have largely completed their rosters, several key signings and departures are still anticipated across the league.

Hapoel Be'er Sheva is reportedly looking to add an Israeli midfielder and a foreign defender, having already registered players for European competition until January. Potential departures include Roey Levy, Yoni Stoyanov, and Ilon Almog. Beitar Jerusalem has officially signed Alexis Serna and agreed terms with Uri Azoulay, while Yan Shikot and Ravid Aberjil might be loaned out. Maccabi Tel Aviv is seeking an Israeli striker, an Israeli defender, and a right winger, possibly to replace the expected departure of Jon Nikolascu, with Sirota mentioned as a defensive target.

Hapoel Tel Aviv is not targeting a specific position, remaining open to market opportunities in midfield and attack. Maccabi Haifa might strengthen their midfield, potentially with a foreign player, which would likely mean parting ways with Pedrao. Hapoel Petah Tikva has agreed terms with Itay Ben Shabbat and is looking for a striker and a midfielder, with Orall Dgani possibly moving to Ashdod. Maccabi Netanya, after signing Isaac, aims to reinforce their defense and defensive midfield, with Johan Torres nearing an agreement.

Kiryat Shmona has completed its squad, while Bnei Sakhnin is negotiating for a right-back and is interested in Anas Mahamid and Sahar Tag'i, though Hisham Layous is not currently an option. Hapoel Haifa has finalized its squad but is monitoring the market, clarifying that Turgeman is not for sale. Ironi Tiberias is seeking a defensive midfielder, an attacking midfielder, and a winger, with Itamar Shviro expected to leave. Hapoel Jerusalem is also keeping an eye on market fluctuations without a specific positional need.

Maccabi Petah Tikva is interested in a defender and Yoni Stoyanov, while Hapoel Ramat Gan is pursuing Stoyanov, Guni Naor, and Jon Nikolascu. Several players are also being linked with moves, including Guy Hadida from Be'er Sheva, Alexis Serna to Beitar Jerusalem, and Alon Turgeman and Oleksandr Sirota to Maccabi Tel Aviv. Maccabi Haifa has signed Pedro Brazão, and Maccabi Netanya is close to signing Johan Torres. Anas Mahamid and Yoni Stoyanov are targets for Bnei Sakhnin, and Michael Ohana is a leading candidate for Ironi Tiberias. Hapoel Jerusalem has signed Eduard Chilofia.