Barak Bakhar Considers European Training After Maccabi Haifa Exit
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Following his resignation from Maccabi Haifa, coach Barak Bakhar is considering European professional development and public speaking engagements. All major Israeli coaching positions are currently filled, prompting Bakhar to seek a break and further training abroad. He is also involved in community and charitable work, with a potential future return to Maccabi Haifa remaining an option.
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- Coach Barak Bakhar resigned from Maccabi Haifa after one year, becoming the most decorated coach without a team.
- Bakhar plans to take a break and pursue advanced training with a top European club.
- He is also active as a public speaker and involved in community and charitable initiatives.
- All major coaching positions in Israel are currently filled, delaying his return to Israeli football.
- Maccabi Haifa's management respects Bakhar, leaving the door open for his future return.
Following his resignation after approximately one year in his current tenure with Maccabi Haifa, coach Barak Bakhar is reportedly exploring options including professional development in Europe and public speaking engagements. Bakhar, who led Maccabi Haifa to its greatest achievement, reaching the Champions League group stage, stepped down after the team's match against Maccabi Netanya, becoming the most decorated coach currently without a club.
Sources close to Bakhar indicate he is not rushing into his next coaching position, as all major Israeli clubs and the national team coaching role are currently filled. He aims to take a break and attend advanced training with a top European club, similar to his plans after his previous departure from Maccabi Haifa. His associates believe he can reclaim his status as Israel's top coach.
In addition to potential European training, Bakhar is a sought-after speaker for companies and offices, and also gives lectures and visits Israel Defense Forces (IDF) bases. He is also active in charitable organizations and community outreach.
While a return to coaching abroad, after a previous stint with Red Star Belgrade, is not currently seen as realistic, the dynamic nature of football means a tempting offer could be considered. Bakhar is respected by Maccabi Haifa's management for his contributions during successful periods and for taking responsibility during tougher times, leaving the door open for his potential return under club president Yaakov Shahar.
