Barak Itzhaki Nears Anorthosis Coaching Role Amid Transfer Ban
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Former Beitar Jerusalem coach Barak Itzhaki is close to becoming the new coach of Cypriot club Anorthosis. The team is under a FIFA transfer ban for two more windows due to fair play violations, limiting Itzhaki's ability to sign players until January 2028. Despite these challenges, club officials are hopeful Itzhaki can improve the team's performance, as they currently sit second to last in the league.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Barak Itzhaki is set to become the new coach of Cypriot club Anorthosis.
- Anorthosis faces a FIFA transfer ban for two more windows due to fair play violations.
- The transfer ban prevents Itzhaki from signing new players until at least January 2028.
- Anorthosis officials are optimistic Itzhaki can improve the team's competitiveness.
- The club is currently second to last in the Cypriot league standings.
Former Beitar Jerusalem coach Barak Itzhaki is reportedly on the verge of signing as the new head coach for Cypriot club Anorthosis. Itzhaki, who previously played for Anorthosis over a decade ago, faces significant challenges upon arrival. The club is currently serving a FIFA-imposed transfer ban of two more windows, following an initial three-window penalty for fair play violations. This means Itzhaki will be unable to sign new players until at least the January 2028 transfer window, unless the club resolves its outstanding debts.
Despite the transfer restrictions, Anorthosis club officials are optimistic about Itzhaki's potential to turn the team's fortunes around. They were reportedly impressed by his work at Beitar Jerusalem and believe he can improve the team's competitiveness. The club is currently in a dire situation in the Cypriot league, sitting second to last after six matches with only one win and five losses, including three consecutive defeats. Anorthosis has conceded 13 goals while scoring only four, matching the league's lowest offensive record.
