Barak Itzhaki Takes Helm at Troubled Anorthosis FC
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
Former Beitar Jerusalem coach Barak Itzhaki has been appointed the new manager of struggling Cypriot club Anorthosis FC. The team is currently under a FIFA transfer ban, preventing Itzhaki from signing new players until at least January 2028. Anorthosis is also in a precarious league position, sitting second to last after six matches.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Barak Itzhaki appointed new coach of struggling Cypriot club Anorthosis FC.
- Anorthosis faces a FIFA transfer ban, restricting new player signings until January 2028.
- The club's management is confident in Itzhaki's ability to improve team performance.
- Anorthosis is currently second to last in the Cypriot league standings.
- The team has secured only one win in its last six league matches.
Former Beitar Jerusalem coach Barak Itzhaki has officially returned to Anorthosis FC in Cyprus, this time as the team's new manager. Itzhaki, who previously played for the club over a decade ago, is on the verge of finalizing his appointment amidst the team's recent difficulties.
Anorthosis is currently serving a transfer ban imposed by FIFA for fair play violations. The club was initially given a three-window ban in April and still has two windows remaining. 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 officials are confident in Itzhaki's ability to lead the team. They were reportedly impressed by his work at Beitar Jerusalem and believe he can enhance the team's competitiveness.
The team's current league standing is dire. After six rounds in the Cypriot league, Anorthosis sits second to last, with only one win and five losses, including three consecutive defeats. They have conceded 13 goals while scoring just four, matching the league's lowest offensive record alongside bottom-placed Karmiotissa.
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