Maccabi Tel Aviv Owner Yanai Jabs at Director Shtilman Amid Negotiation Struggles with Yam Madar

The ongoing negotiation difficulties between Yam Madar and Maccabi Tel Aviv have stirred controversy in the sports world. Following reports by Sport 5 about the stalled talks, Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Ofer Yanai took the opportunity to criticize one of Maccabi Tel Aviv's directors, Arik Shtilman. Yanai, who was in the United States late at night, responded to a tweet by Shtilman that featured a picture of Eran Zahavi with the caption "Pew Pew," hinting at Madar's future after exercising his exit option. Yanai echoed the tweet with a sharp remark, stating, "They say that at a certain age it becomes challenging and doesn't always succeed." This exchange highlights the tension between the clubs amid the uncertain status of Madar's contract negotiations.