Maccabi Tel Aviv Signs Victor Palchenko as First Foreign Player for 2026/27 Handball Season

Maccabi Tel Aviv's handball team announced the signing of Victor Palchenko, a 26-year-old left back standing 1.90 meters tall, as their first foreign player for the 2026/2027 season. Palchenko holds dual French and Russian citizenship and comes from a family of professional handball players. He began his career in France, playing from 2017 to 2022 for top clubs including Nantes, Sesson-Rennes, and Angers, gaining experience in the French premier league, the EHF Champions League, and other European competitions.

In 2023, Palchenko moved to Switzerland where he won the national championship with his team in Geneva. The following season, he joined JAGS Vöslau in Austria, leading them to the Austrian league title and a cup final appearance, while also competing in the EHF European Cup. Palchenko expressed enthusiasm about joining Maccabi Tel Aviv, praising the club's passion and promising to give his all in every training session and match. He emphasized his competitive nature, leadership qualities, and commitment to playing with energy and heart for the team and its fans.

Maccabi Tel Aviv's coach, Evitar Gevaon, highlighted Palchenko's intense playing style, commitment, and experience at high European levels as key attributes that fit the team's needs for the left back position. Gevaon expects Palchenko to contribute significantly on both offense and defense, praising his winning mentality and dedication.

Palchenko's arrival marks a significant addition to Maccabi Tel Aviv's roster as they prepare for the upcoming season, aiming to build on their competitive edge with his proven track record in European handball.