Israeli Soccer Transfer Window Closes With Last-Minute Deals and Speculation

The Israeli football transfer window is set to close on Monday at 7:00 PM, capping a busy summer of player movements. Throughout the day, Israeli sports journalists provided real-time updates on developing deals and potential transfers across various clubs.

Maccabi Haifa clarified that they will not be signing a left-back on the final day, with Brazilian defender Pedro leaving the squad at least until January. Meanwhile, Bnei Sakhnin is looking to strengthen further, having recently signed Itamar Shviro and defender Leroy Owusu, and is considering Anas Muhaimid and Sahar Taji.

In a potential move, Ironi Kiryat Shmona is attempting to loan Hapoel Be'er Sheva's defender Roey Levi before the window shuts. Yoav Karradi is expected to be loaned from Ironi Kiryat Shmona to Hapoel Kfar Saba.

There is uncertainty surrounding the future of Maccabi Tel Aviv's Moldovan striker Yon Nikolascu, who has reportedly agreed to terms with Hapoel Ramat Gan. However, his departure hinges on Maccabi Tel Aviv signing a foreign player before the deadline. Ironi Tiberias is also seeking additional signings, exploring options for free agents after the window closes, especially since they cannot strengthen in January. They have approached Roey Levi from Hapoel Be'er Sheva, but his willingness to join is unclear.

Additionally, MS Ashdod is set to sign striker Shavit Mazol. Following the addition of midfielder Itay Hazut from Hapoel Be'er Sheva, Ashdod is also pursuing Hapoel Petah Tikva's player, who would join former teammate Oral Dgani.