Maccabi Haifa Nears Signing of New Left-Back Amid Squad Overhaul
Maccabi Haifa is reportedly close to signing a new left-back, with negotiations progressing for either Suriname's Kenneth Paal or Brazil's Lucas Barros. The Israeli club is seeking to bolster its defense, as current left-backs Pierre Cornud and Yinon Feingold are sidelined with long-term injuries.
The team plans to sign a foreign player for the position, which will necessitate freeing up a foreign player spot in the squad. Pedro, a current foreign player, is expected to be released or have his contract frozen if a deal is finalized with either Paal or Barros.
Kenneth Paal is not in the plans of his current Turkish club, Antalyaspor, and is training separately. The Turkish club wishes to move him due to his high salary relative to the second-tier Turkish league. Paal has reportedly spoken with former Israeli league players, including Manuel Benson and Cheron Shery, and is interested in joining Maccabi Haifa, making this potential deal seem straightforward.
Regarding Lucas Barros, his club is open to selling him. Maccabi Haifa has proposed a loan deal with an option to buy.
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