Maccabi Haifa Confirms Radinio Balcar Unlikely to Join Team Amid Transfer Dispute

Maccabi Haifa faces disappointment as Radinio Balcar is unlikely to join the club, according to recent developments. The player and Huddersfield, his current club in England's third division, appear inclined to keep him, despite initial transfer talks. Haifa officials indicated that messages from Balcar suggest slim chances of his arrival.

The club's coaching and scouting departments are already exploring alternative candidates for the center-back position. With Lisab Issat's departure, Haifa aims to have two foreign central defenders in the squad for the upcoming season. They are also assessing Pedro's condition following a long injury; if deemed unfit, he will be released and replaced by another foreign defender.

In addition, Maccabi Haifa seeks to resolve the situation with striker Treventa Stewart, who has started training in Israel with other players not currently in the main camp. The club hopes to sell the Jamaican forward and subsequently sign a new foreign striker to strengthen the team.