Ziv Ben Shimol's Future Uncertain at Beitar Jerusalem Amidst Squad Competition

Beitar Jerusalem midfielder Ziv Ben Shimol's position in the team is in question following a decline in playing time. After a breakout season last year where he scored three goals and provided two assists, Ben Shimol has seen his role diminish under coach Almog Cohen's rotation. In the last three league games, he has played only nine minutes. Ben Shimol, who is reportedly attached to the club and its fans, understands the need for playing time at his age to advance his career and is considering a loan move in January if significant minutes are not forthcoming.

The team is preparing for a challenging period ahead, aiming to build on their recent success after a shaky start to the season. Beitar Jerusalem has secured three consecutive victories, most recently against Hapoel Haifa. They will now enter a break before resuming play on October 11th against Hapoel Ramat Gan, followed by a home game against Maccabi Tel Aviv at Teddy Stadium.

Coach Almog Cohen faces a "rich man's problem" regarding squad depth, especially after the recent signings of Alexis Serrano and Ori Azoulay, and the expected returns of defenders Nana Antwi and possibly Jordan Cohen. This influx of players is expected to intensify competition not only for starting positions but also for the 20 available spots on the matchday squad. Adi Yona, despite recovering from injury and seeing minutes, is also likely to start from the bench due to Serrano's arrival.

Another player whose future appears uncertain is Nevo Shadu, who was not included in the squad for the last match against Hapoel Haifa. Timothy Muzie, a right-footed player, was preferred over him. Beitar Jerusalem management commented on the squad situation, stating that last year's struggles were due to a lack of depth, and this year's competition for starting spots and the overall squad is characteristic of larger clubs.