Maccabi Haifa Integrates Nigerian Talent Dixon Mohammed Ahead of Potential Signing

Maccabi Haifa recently began training sessions featuring 18-year-old Nigerian midfielder Dixon Mohammed, the younger brother of Ali Mohammed. Although Dixon has not yet signed a contract, he participated in the senior team’s training under coach Barak Bachar’s supervision. He will be eligible to officially join the squad in September upon turning 18. Dixon did not travel with the team to their training camp, possibly due to safety concerns linked to his unsigned status.

The club has monitored Dixon for several years, maintaining close contact since his trial last year. Maccabi Haifa currently has nine foreign players on its roster, with plans to sell some, including Manuel Capomana and Mathias Nahuel, which could affect Dixon’s future with the team. The club may also consider loaning him to their affiliate, Hapoel Kfar Saba, where several homegrown players will compete next season.

Dixon, about 13 years younger than his brother Ali, is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive or central midfielder and has also been tested as a left winger. His style resembles Ali’s, combining physicality with quick transitions from midfield. Dixon trains alternately with the youth and senior squads and has impressed the coaching staff, who believe he has the potential to become one of the league’s top players.

Ali Mohammed’s agent, Avi Tzioni, described Dixon as a more attacking player compared to Ali. Dixon currently trains at Stari Third World, an Israeli-owned academy in Ghana. The club’s initial contact with Dixon dates back to July 2024, with Ali previously acting as his guardian. If signed, Dixon could play a more central role, especially after the youth team’s recent changes.

Despite not yet playing in official matches for Maccabi Haifa, Dixon Mohammed remains a promising prospect whose signing could be a significant acquisition for the club. The team’s management and coaching staff continue to evaluate his development closely as they prepare for the upcoming season.