Maccabi Haifa Nears Deal for New Left-Back Amidst Squad Changes
Maccabi Haifa is close to signing a new left-back, with negotiations progressing for either Suriname's Kenneth Paul or Brazil's Lucas Barros. The Israeli club is seeking to strengthen its defense in that position due to long-term injuries to Pierre Cornud and Yinon Feingold. The new acquisition is expected to be a foreign player, which would necessitate the departure or freezing of current player Pedrão.
Paul is reportedly not in the plans of his Turkish club, Antalyaspor, and is training separately. His high salary is considered a factor in Antalyaspor's desire for him to leave the second-tier Turkish league. Paul has spoken with players who have previously played in Israel, including Manuel Benson and Cheron Shery, and has expressed interest in joining Maccabi Haifa, making this potential transfer appear straightforward for the club.
Regarding Lucas Barros, his current team is open to selling him. Maccabi Haifa has proposed a loan deal with an option to buy. The club aims to finalize a deal for one of the two candidates in the coming days.
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