Eli Dasa Officially Signs With Maccabi Haifa After European Stint
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Eli Dasa, captain of the Israel national team, has officially signed a two-year contract with Maccabi Haifa, returning to the Israeli Premier League after seven years abroad. His deal is reportedly worth around 300,000 euros per season and includes an option for a third year. Dasa expressed excitement about joining the club and winning titles, while Maccabi Haifa's professional director praised his experience and leadership. This signing adds depth to the team's right-back position.
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- Eli Dasa officially signed a two-year contract with Maccabi Haifa, returning to Israeli football.
- Dasa's contract is reportedly worth approximately 300,000 euros per season, with an option for another year.
- He previously played in Europe for seven years, including stints with Vitesse and Dynamo Moscow.
- Maccabi Haifa's professional director, Lior Refaelov, highlighted Dasa's experience and leadership.
- Hapoel Be'er Sheva also pursued Dasa, but Maccabi Haifa's offer was higher.
- Dasa began his career at Beitar Jerusalem before moving to Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Eli Dasa, captain of the Israel national team, has officially signed a two-year contract with Maccabi Haifa, with an option for an additional season. This move marks his return to Israeli football and the Premier League after a seven-year absence, during which he played for several clubs in Europe. Dasa previously played for Maccabi Tel Aviv before his European journey.
Dasa's contract is reportedly worth approximately 300,000 euros per season, a figure that exceeded the offer from Hapoel Be'er Sheva, another club that had pursued him. The signing was facilitated by his agent, Boaz Goren, and Dasa was presented in his new team's green kit.
Upon signing, Dasa expressed his excitement about joining Maccabi Haifa, thanking the club's management and system for their trust and warm welcome. He stated his eagerness to succeed, win titles, meet the fans at Sammy Ofer Stadium, and begin this new chapter.
Lior Refaelov, Maccabi Haifa's professional director, welcomed Dasa, highlighting his high professional abilities, extensive experience, and leadership qualities. Refaelov believes Dasa will significantly contribute to the team's professional goals, support younger players, and strengthen the locker room dynamics.
Dasa's arrival provides intriguing reinforcement for coach Barak Bakhar's right-back position, currently occupied by Belgian Yilema Lembe and Zohar Zazano. Dasa began his professional career at Beitar Jerusalem, moved to Maccabi Tel Aviv in 2015, and then spent three seasons each with Vitesse and Dynamo Moscow, followed by a season with NEC Nijmegen in 2025 before returning to Israel.
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