Hapoel Tel Aviv Prepares for New Season with Fresh Signings and Key Transfers
Hapoel Tel Aviv is set to hold its traditional opening training session for the 2026/27 season on Sunday, following a week of resumed practices. The session will feature three new signings: midfielder Yehonatan Farber from Hapoel Haifa, midfielder Itay Shavit from Hapoel Kfar Saba, and third goalkeeper Shon Ben Nesher. Fans eagerly await a major acquisition after the recent sale of Louizos Louizo to Red Star Belgrade, with the club aiming to finalize the signing of Tiémoué Diarra. Hapoel has reached an agreement with Reims on the transfer fee and is currently negotiating with Diarra, who is also sought by Turkish club Kasımpaşa. Additionally, the team is looking to strengthen its left-back position to compete with Doron Leidner, who was acquired last week from Olympiacos. The leading candidate for this role is Yahav Gurfinkel, who has assured Hapoel officials that if he plays in Israel, it will be for their club. Meanwhile, the club is exploring alternative options for the position.
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