Hapoel Tel Aviv is continuing preparations for the 2026/27 season, but Turkish reports on Tuesday said the club may face new competition for Tiemoko Diarra. Diarra, a former Hapoel Haifa player, had appeared close to joining Hapoel Tel Aviv, according to the report.
Now, media in Turkey say Kasımpaşa, a club in the Turkish first division, has entered the picture and is holding talks with the player. The reports say the sides have even made some progress in discussions over a deal for the coming season.
The article does not say whether any agreement has been reached, only that Kasımpaşa is negotiating with Diarra while Hapoel Tel Aviv remains in preseason planning. The report was published on June 23, 2026, at 12:00.