Israeli Guard Yam Madar Becomes Free Agent After Paying $300,000 to Hapoel Tel Aviv
Yam Madar, the 25-year-old Israeli basketball guard, has exercised his contract exit clause and paid $300,000 to Hapoel Tel Aviv to become a free agent. This payment was made shortly before the deadline on June 30, 2026, at 23:59, the last moment he could activate the clause. Had he not done so, his contract with Hapoel Tel Aviv would have automatically taken effect, preventing him from leaving the team.
By securing his release, Madar is now free to sign with any club he chooses, potentially setting the stage for one of the most significant and dramatic transfers in Israeli basketball history. Despite this, he still has the option to negotiate a new contract and remain with Hapoel Tel Aviv if he wishes.
This development marks a critical turning point in Madar's career and could have major implications for the Israeli Basketball Premier League going forward.
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