Pundit Claims Omer Peretz Nearing Deal to Coach Maccabi Haifa
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Football pundit Itay Shechter reported that Omer Peretz is close to becoming the new coach of Maccabi Haifa, citing inside information. Shechter also commented on Lior Refaelov's past conversations with Peretz and suggested Barak Itzhaki is unlikely to join the team. The agent Dudu Dahan represents several key figures involved in these potential moves.
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- Pundit Itay Shechter claims Omer Peretz is very close to signing as Maccabi Haifa's new coach.
- Shechter stated he has "inside information" regarding Peretz's imminent deal.
- Omer Peretz and player Lior Refaelov previously discussed coaching earlier this year.
- Barak Itzhaki is considered unlikely to join Maccabi Haifa, according to Shechter.
- Agent Dudu Dahan represents Peretz, Itzhaki, Refaelov, and former coach Barak Bakhar.
Israeli football pundit Itay Shechter reported on the "Olim LaRegel" podcast that Omer Peretz is very close to being appointed the new coach of Maccabi Haifa. Shechter stated he has "inside information" that Peretz is "taking giant strides" toward a deal with the club.
Shechter noted that Peretz and current player Lior Refaelov, who were teammates in youth leagues and are close friends, had a professional conversation about coaching earlier in the year, though it did not lead to an agreement then. He suggested that Peretz has reached his limit at his current club, Hapoel Petah Tikva.
The pundit also addressed speculation about Barak Itzhaki potentially joining Maccabi Haifa, stating that Itzhaki "less believes in the squad" and is earning a good salary in Cyprus. Shechter believes Itzhaki is unlikely to make a move, especially after only two weeks at his current position.
Shechter also mentioned that agent Dudu Dahan represents Peretz, Itzhaki, Refaelov, and former coach Barak Bakhar, indicating the sensitivity of any coaching changes. Previously, Shechter had suggested Dekel Keinan for the coaching position.
Shechter's comments come after he had previously suggested Dekel Keinan for the coaching role.
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