Barak Itzhaki Nears Anorthosis Coaching Role Amid Transfer Ban
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Former Beitar Jerusalem coach Barak Itzhaki is close to becoming the new head coach of Cypriot club Anorthosis. The team is currently under a FIFA transfer ban, preventing Itzhaki from signing new players until at least January 2028. Anorthosis officials are hopeful Itzhaki can improve the team's performance, as they currently sit second to last in the league.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Barak Itzhaki is set to become the new coach of Cypriot club Anorthosis.
- Anorthosis faces a FIFA transfer ban, limiting player signings until January 2028.
- The club is currently second to last in the Cypriot league standings.
- Officials believe Itzhaki can improve the team's competitiveness despite challenges.
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 a significant challenge due to the club's ongoing transfer ban.
FIFA imposed a three-window transfer ban on Anorthosis in April for financial fair play violations. The club still has two windows of this ban remaining, meaning Itzhaki will be unable to sign new players until at least the January 2028 transfer window, unless the club settles its outstanding debts.
Despite this restriction, Anorthosis club officials are optimistic about Itzhaki's potential to lead the team. They were reportedly impressed by his work at Beitar Jerusalem and believe he can improve the team's competitiveness.
Anorthosis is currently in a dire situation in the Cypriot league. After six matches, they are second to last in the standings with only one win and five losses, including three consecutive defeats. The team has a poor goal difference, having scored only four goals while conceding 13, matching the lowest scoring record in the league.
