Louis Khalaf Negotiates to Join Ironi Tiberias Ahead of 2026/27 Season

Louis Khalaf, a 25-year-old striker recently released by Maccabi Netanya, is in advanced negotiations to join Ironi Tiberias for the upcoming 2026/27 season. Khalaf, who made only three appearances last season with Netanya, could strengthen the attacking line under coach Eliran Hodeda. He will compete for the forward position alongside Itamar Shviro, as the club aims to sign at least one more foreign striker following the departures of Stanislav Blinky to Žalgiris and Peter Michael to Hapoel Ra'anana.

In addition to Khalaf, Ironi Tiberias is close to finalizing the signing of defender Ziv Morgan, who left Hapoel Tel Aviv and is expected to sign a one-year contract with an option for extension. Khalaf previously played for Hapoel Akko, Bnei Reineh, and UTA Arad, with his best season at Bnei Reineh where he started 22 games, scored four goals, and assisted against Maccabi Tel Aviv in the top playoff.

Meanwhile, Ironi Tiberias recently parted ways with Maccabi Netanya in a lively 3-3 draw. New signings Ari Cohen, Gal Ma'atok, and Mansour Badji, all acquired last summer, scored for the Kinneret-based team. The club is actively reshaping its squad ahead of the new season in the Israeli Premier League.